How much does a train ticket cost from Wolverhampton to Shrewsbury?

The cheapest train tickets from Wolverhampton to Shrewsbury start from £16. The average price for this train route is around £16. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Wolverhampton to Shrewsbury?

The average train journey time from Wolverhampton to Shrewsbury is 42m, covering a distance of 28 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 38m and is operated by Transport for Wales .

Which train operators serve the Wolverhampton to Shrewsbury route?

Several major train operators run on this route with 9 trains available per day, including services from West Midlands Railway , Transport for Wales .

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Wolverhampton to Shrewsbury?

The earliest train from Wolverhampton to Shrewsbury departs at 07:12. And the latest train departs at 20:57.

Which is the best train operator from Wolverhampton to Shrewsbury?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Transport for Wales , with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 8 reviews.

Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Wolverhampton to Shrewsbury?

According to reviews on Busbud, the train operator Transport for Wales has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.

Which train operator has the most punctual service from Wolverhampton to Shrewsbury?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Transport for Wales , with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Wolverhampton to Shrewsbury?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Transport for Wales , with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

Train Wolverhampton to Shrewsbury from £15

Previously seen journeys

Next departures from Wolverhampton to Shrewsbury on 12 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	15:12	Wolverhampton	41m	15:53	Shrewsbury	No tags
Train	15:41	Wolverhampton	39m	16:20	Shrewsbury	No tags
Train	15:58	Wolverhampton	49m	16:47	Shrewsbury	No tags
Train	16:12	Wolverhampton	42m	16:54	Shrewsbury	No tags
Train	16:41	Wolverhampton	42m	17:23	Shrewsbury	No tags

Compare 2 ways to travel from Wolverhampton to Shrewsbury

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Shrewsbury. The journey takes about 40 minutes and with fares starting at just £5, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

40mAverage duration

28 milesDistance

2kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Train	Average price£16 - £18	Average duration42m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£5 - £5	Average duration40m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e

Train Companies

West Midlands Railway

2.5/55 reviews

Staff2.5

Timeliness1.3

Cleanliness2.5

WiFi0

Transport for Wales

3.5/58 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness5

Cleanliness5

WiFi5

GB train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, RegioJet, FlixTrain, Amtrak Acela

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Wolverhampton to Shrewsbury by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

How much does a train ticket cost from Wolverhampton to Shrewsbury?
The cheapest train tickets from Wolverhampton to Shrewsbury start from £16. The average price for this train route is around £16. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Wolverhampton to Shrewsbury?
The average train journey time from Wolverhampton to Shrewsbury is 42m, covering a distance of 28 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 38m and is operated by Transport for Wales.
Which train operators serve the Wolverhampton to Shrewsbury route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 9 trains available per day, including services from West Midlands Railway, Transport for Wales.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Wolverhampton to Shrewsbury?
The earliest train from Wolverhampton to Shrewsbury departs at 07:12. And the latest train departs at 20:57.
Which is the best train operator from Wolverhampton to Shrewsbury?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Transport for Wales, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 8 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Wolverhampton to Shrewsbury?
According to reviews on Busbud, the train operator Transport for Wales has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which train operator has the most punctual service from Wolverhampton to Shrewsbury?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Transport for Wales, with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Wolverhampton to Shrewsbury?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Transport for Wales, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

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The cheapest trip from Wolverhampton to Shrewsbury was searched and found on 16 Dec 2025 with a price of £15

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Wolverhampton to Shrewsbury as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £15 to £17 for a train ticket from Wolverhampton to Shrewsbury based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £15, which is on 2025-12-16.

Usually West Midlands Railway will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.