Shrewsbury to Cambridge by train

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Overview: trains from Shrewsbury to Cambridge

Find the key information for travelling by train from Shrewsbury to Cambridge, including journey times, fares and operators serving the route. Compare your options and plan the journey that works for you with Rail Europe.

First train 05:18 View journey
Last train 22:24 View journey
Avg changes 1
Fastest journey 3hr 55m View journey
Distance (km) 204
Trains / day 27 View all
Cheapest journey €96.82 View journey
Avg journey time 4hr 45m
Train operators 13

Taking the train from Shrewsbury to Cambridge

Ready to book a trip from Shrewsbury to Cambridge by train? Let this guide make the process smooth, easy and truly enjoyable. Because trains make ‘getting there’ part of the fun.

Cost of train tickets between Shrewsbury and Cambridge

The cheapest train tickets from Shrewsbury to Cambridge start at €96.82. If you book a month in advance, tickets cost, on average, . If you wait until a week in advance, expect tickets to be around .

Pro tip: The best way to save on tickets from Shrewsbury to Cambridge is by booking in advance. Keep in mind that tickets for this route go on sale 3 months before the travel date. So if you want to save on your booking, be sure to lock in your tickets as early as possible.

Shrewsbury to Cambridge train schedule

  • The earliest weekday train along this route departs at 05:18.

  • The latest weekday train along this route departs at 22:24.

  • The earliest weekend train along this route departs at 06:33.

  • The latest weekend train along this route departs at 22:23.

  • 27 trains run along this route each day.

  • Trains leave the station every 19 minutes.

Train travel time and distance from Shrewsbury to Cambridge

Trains can complete this route in as little as 3 hours and 55 minutes. The total distance travelled is 204 kilometres.

How early can you book train tickets from Shrewsbury to Cambridge?

Tickets on this route typically go on sale 3 months in advance. Booking early gives you access to the most competitive prices and ample seating options.

More information on train travel from Shrewsbury to Cambridge

Want to know more about train travel in Europe? Explore our help articles for guidance on booking, travel discounts, class of service and much more. Need some travel inspiration? Check out our Cambridge city guide to get you started.

FAQs about the train journey from Shrewsbury to Cambridge

Want to know more about your journey from Shrewsbury to Cambridge? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

The distance between Shrewsbury and Cambridge is 204 kilometres.

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Child and youth passengers

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Sometimes children below a certain age can travel without a seat for free. If you want to guarantee a seat for child passengers, enter '6' as the age of the child.

Read more about child and youth passenger ages. See also youth discounts and railcards.