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Trip Overview

The average train between Watford Junction and Shrewsbury takes 2h 51m and the fastest train takes 2h 21m. There is a train service every few hours from Watford Junction 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.

2h 51m
Duration
137 mi
Distance
£55
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Watford Junction to Shrewsbury train times

Trains run hourly between Watford Junction and Shrewsbury. The earliest departure is at 6:31 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Watford Junction is at 11:40 PM which arrives into Shrewsbury at 7:00 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 51m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Tuesday, November 10, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastWest Midlands Trains2h 22m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastWest Midlands Trains2h 25m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastWest Midlands Trains2h 24m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastWest Midlands Trains2h 25m • 1 change
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Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastTransport for Wales2h 49m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastWest Midlands Trains2h 21m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastWest Midlands Trains2h 25m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastWest Midlands Trains2h 23m • 1 change
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Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastTransport for Wales2h 49m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastWest Midlands Trains2h 21m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastWest Midlands Trains2h 25m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastWest Midlands Trains2h 23m • 1 change
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Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastTransport for Wales2h 49m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastWest Midlands Trains2h 21m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastWest Midlands Trains2h 25m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastWest Midlands Trains2h 23m • 1 change
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Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastTransport for Wales2h 47m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastWest Midlands Trains2h 21m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastWest Midlands Trains2h 24m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastWest Midlands Trains2h 22m • 1 change
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Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastTransport for Wales3h 15m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastTransport for Wales3h 14m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastTransport for Wales3h 14m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastTransport for Wales3h 11m • 1 change
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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastTransport for Wales2h 49m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastWest Midlands Trains2h 21m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastWest Midlands Trains2h 25m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastWest Midlands Trains2h 23m • 1 change
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Watford Junction to Shrewsbury? 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 Watford Junction to Shrewsbury.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 137.5 mi
  • Duration: 2h 51m

What companies run services between Watford Junction, England and Shrewsbury, England?

You can take a train from Watford Junction to Shrewsbury via Birmingham New Street in around 2h 28m.

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