The average train between Shrewsbury and York takes 3h 51m and the fastest train takes 3h 17m. There is a train service every few hours from Shrewsbury to York. 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 hourly between Shrewsbury and York. The earliest departure is at 6:47 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Shrewsbury is at 10:27 PM which arrives into York at 3:03 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 51m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
Arrives next day

3h 17m • 1 change
Arrives next day

11h 20m • 1 change

3h 58m • 1 change

3h 41m • 1 change

3h 45m • 1 change

3h 40m • 1 change

3h 48m • 1 change

3h 46m • 1 change

3h 44m • 1 change

3h 42m • 1 change

3h 48m • 1 change

3h 46m • 1 change

3h 44m • 1 change

3h 42m • 1 change
Want to know about travelling from Shrewsbury to York? 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.
No, there is no direct train from Shrewsbury to York. However, there are services departing from Shrewsbury station and arriving at York station via Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 51m.
Shrewsbury to York train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Shrewsbury station.
Shrewsbury to York train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at York station.
Book your Shrewsbury to York train tickets online with Transport for Wales and TransPennine Express.
The distance between Shrewsbury and York is 177.6 km. The road distance is 208 km.
You can take a train from Shrewsbury to York via Manchester Piccadilly in around 3h 16m.