The average train between York and Shrewsbury takes 3h 34m and the fastest train takes 3h 16m. There is a train service every few hours from York 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.
Trains run hourly between York and Shrewsbury. The earliest departure is at 6:24 AM in the morning, and the last departure from York is at 8:42 PM which arrives into Shrewsbury at 12:38 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 34m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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Want to know about travelling from York 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.
No, there is no direct train from York to Shrewsbury. However, there are services departing from York station and arriving at Shrewsbury station via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 34m.
York to Shrewsbury train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from York station.
York to Shrewsbury train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Shrewsbury station.
Book your York to Shrewsbury train tickets online with Cross Country, Transport for Wales and West Midlands Trains.
The distance between York and Shrewsbury is 177.6 km. The road distance is 271 km.
You can take a train from York to Shrewsbury via Birmingham New Street in around 3h 4m.