The average train between Rugby and Shrewsbury takes 1h 54m and the fastest train takes 1h 37m. The train runs at least 2 times per hour from Rugby to Shrewsbury. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 30 minutes between Rugby and Shrewsbury. The earliest departure is at 1:11 AM at night, and the last departure from Rugby is at 11:16 PM which arrives into Shrewsbury at 9:34 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 1h 54m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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2h 8m • 1 change

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No, there is no direct train from Rugby to Shrewsbury. However, there are services departing from Rugby station and arriving at Shrewsbury station via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 54m.
Rugby to Shrewsbury train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, depart from Rugby station.
Rugby to Shrewsbury train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, arrive at Shrewsbury station.
Book your Rugby to Shrewsbury train tickets online with West Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales and Avanti West Coast.
The distance between Rugby and Shrewsbury is 107.5 km. The road distance is 117 km.
You can take a train from Rugby to Shrewsbury via Birmingham New Street in around 1h 53m.