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Trip Overview

The average train between Shrewsbury and Accrington takes 3h 27m and the fastest train takes 2h 9m. There is a train service every few hours from Shrewsbury to Accrington. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

3h 27m
Duration
100 mi
Distance
£34
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Shrewsbury to Accrington train times

Trains run hourly between Shrewsbury and Accrington. The earliest departure is at 12:34 AM at night, and the last departure from Shrewsbury is at 11:48 PM which arrives into Accrington at 7:11 AM. All services require a transfer at Crewe and take an average of 3h 27m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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    Transport for WalesAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited2h 39m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited3h 14m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited3h 12m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited3h 10m • 2 changes
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Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    Transport for WalesAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited6h 37m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited2h 39m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited3h 14m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited3h 12m • 2 changes
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Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    Transport for WalesAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited6h 37m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited2h 39m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited3h 14m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited3h 12m • 2 changes
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Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    Transport for WalesAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited6h 37m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited3h 30m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited2h 28m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited3h 12m • 2 changes
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Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    Transport for WalesAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited2h 44m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesLumoNorthern Trains Limited2h 11m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited2h 13m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited3h 9m • 2 changes
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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    Transport for WalesAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited2h 39m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited3h 14m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited3h 12m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited3h 10m • 2 changes
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Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    Transport for WalesAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited6h 37m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited2h 39m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited3h 14m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited3h 12m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Shrewsbury to Accrington? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

Map of how to get from Shrewsbury to Accrington.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 100.3 mi
  • Duration: 3h 27m

What companies run services between Shrewsbury, England and Accrington, England?

You can take a train from Shrewsbury to Accrington via Crewe and Preston in around 3h 3m.

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