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Trip Overview

The average train between Shrewsbury and Penzance takes 7h 40m and the fastest train takes 6h 35m. There is a train service every few hours from Shrewsbury to Penzance. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

7h 40m
Duration
337 mi
Distance
£167
Average price
Every 2 hours
Frequency

Shrewsbury to Penzance train times

Trains run every 2 hours between Shrewsbury and Penzance. The earliest departure is at 5:40 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Shrewsbury is at 6:59 PM which arrives into Penzance at 7:29 AM. All services require a transfer at Birmingham New Street and take an average of 7h 40m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Tuesday, November 10, 2026

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    West Midlands TrainsCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)7h 1m • 2 changes
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    Arrives next day

    West Midlands TrainsCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)12h 30m • 2 changes

Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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    West Midlands TrainsCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)7h 8m • 2 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)7h 15m • 2 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)7h 6m • 2 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)7h 13m • 2 changes
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Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    West Midlands TrainsCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)7h 8m • 2 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)7h 15m • 2 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)7h 6m • 2 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)7h 13m • 2 changes
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Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    West Midlands TrainsCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)7h 8m • 2 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)7h 15m • 2 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)7h 6m • 2 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)7h 13m • 2 changes
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Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    West Midlands TrainsCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)7h 28m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)7h 41m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)7h 39m • 2 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)7h 16m • 2 changes
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Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    Transport for WalesCross CountryCross Country6h 35m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)7h 17m • 2 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)7h 25m • 2 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)7h 53m • 2 changes
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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    West Midlands TrainsCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)7h 8m • 2 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)7h 15m • 2 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)7h 6m • 2 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)7h 13m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Shrewsbury to Penzance? 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 Penzance.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 337.1 mi
  • Duration: 7h 40m

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

You can take a train from Shrewsbury to Penzance via Birmingham New Street and Plymouth in around 7h 51m.

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