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Trip Overview

The average train between Shrewsbury and Cambridge takes 4h 27m and the fastest train takes 3h 51m. There is a train service every few hours from Shrewsbury to Cambridge. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

4h 27m
Duration
179 mi
Distance
£87
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Shrewsbury to Cambridge train times

Trains run hourly between Shrewsbury and Cambridge. The earliest departure is at 5:18 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Shrewsbury is at 10:40 PM which arrives into Cambridge at 8:09 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 4h 27m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Sunday, October 25, 2026

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    West Midlands TrainsCross Country4h 27m • 1 change
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    West Midlands TrainsCross Country4h 28m • 1 change
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    West Midlands TrainsCross Country4h 27m • 1 change
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    West Midlands TrainsCross Country4h 28m • 1 change
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Departing Monday, October 26, 2026

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    Transport for WalesCross Country3h 51m • 1 change
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    West Midlands TrainsCross Country4h 10m • 1 change
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    West Midlands TrainsCross Country4h 5m • 1 change
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    West Midlands TrainsCross Country4h 5m • 1 change
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Departing Tuesday, October 27, 2026

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    Transport for WalesCross Country3h 51m • 1 change
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    West Midlands TrainsCross Country4h 10m • 1 change
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    West Midlands TrainsCross Country4h 5m • 1 change
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    West Midlands TrainsCross Country4h 5m • 1 change
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Departing Wednesday, October 28, 2026

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    Transport for WalesCross Country3h 51m • 1 change
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    West Midlands TrainsCross Country4h 10m • 1 change
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    West Midlands TrainsCross Country4h 5m • 1 change
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    West Midlands TrainsCross Country4h 5m • 1 change
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Departing Thursday, October 29, 2026

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    Transport for WalesCross Country3h 51m • 1 change
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    West Midlands TrainsCross Country4h 10m • 1 change
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    West Midlands TrainsCross Country4h 5m • 1 change
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    West Midlands TrainsCross Country4h 5m • 1 change
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Departing Friday, October 30, 2026

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    Transport for WalesCross Country3h 51m • 1 change
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    West Midlands TrainsCross Country4h 10m • 1 change
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    West Midlands TrainsCross Country4h 5m • 1 change
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    West Midlands TrainsCross Country4h 5m • 1 change
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Departing Saturday, October 31, 2026

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    West Midlands TrainsCross Country4h 31m • 1 change
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    Transport for WalesCross Country4h 32m • 1 change
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    Transport for WalesCross Country4h 31m • 1 change
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    West Midlands TrainsCross Country4h 3m • 1 change
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Shrewsbury to Cambridge? 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 Cambridge.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 178.8 mi
  • Duration: 4h 27m

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

You can take a train from Shrewsbury to Cambridge via Birmingham New Street in around 4h 24m.

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