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

The average train ticket price from Shrewsbury to Cardiff is $51. The best way to find train tickets from Shrewsbury to Cardiff is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the train trip from Shrewsbury to Cardiff?

A train trip between Shrewsbury and Cardiff is around 2h 3m, although the fastest train will take about 1h 45m. This is the time it takes to travel the 87 miles that separates the two cities.

How many daily trains are there between Shrewsbury and Cardiff?

The number of trains from Shrewsbury to Cardiff can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 11. Some trains are direct while others have layovers. Simplify your train trip from Shrewsbury to Cardiff by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

What are the best sights and things to do in Cardiff?

Once in Cardiff, you can exploring the city. The top sights and things to do are Brecon Beacons National Park, Cardiff International White Water, St John the Baptist Church, Cardiff Castle, Wales Millennium Centre.

Trains from Shrewsbury to Cardiff | Transport for Wales

Compare 2 ways to go from Shrewsbury to Cardiff.

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Train	Average Price$40 - $139	Average Duration2h 3m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	FastestMost eco-friendly
Carpool	Average Price$24 - $24	Average Duration2h 40m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars	Cheapest

Busbud recommends taking the train from Shrewsbury to Cardiff

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Cardiff. The journey takes about 2 hours 3 minutes and with fares starting at just $40, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

11train per day

2h 3mAverage Duration

$40Cheapest ticket

3kgCO₂ emissions

Train Shrewsbury to Cardiff: Trip Overview

Please note, this information is subject to change.

Average ticket price$51

Average train trip duration2h 3m

Number of daily trains11

Earliest train departure7:13am

Distance88 miles (141 km)

Latest train departure11:17pm

Train Companies

Transport for Wales

3/57 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness5

Cleanliness5

Wifi5

Based on 7 reviews, the company was rated 3.2 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the staff and the timeliness but often complained with the ticket access. Transport for Wales ticket prices on this trip start at $40.00

Train and bus companies in GB:RegioJet, FlixTrain, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, Northern, Transpennine Express, WESTbahn

Shrewsbury to Cardiff Train

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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

05/15

$39

05/16

$38

Today

$38

05/18

$43

05/19

$38

05/20

$38

05/21

$38

05/22

$38

The cheapest trip from Shrewsbury to Cardiff was searched and found on May 21, 2025 with a price of $38

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

You can expect to pay from $38 to $132 for a train ticket from Shrewsbury to Cardiff based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $38 which is on 2025-05-21.

About Train Travel

Train Travel Tips

Do you like to go fast? With high-speed trains going faster than 300 km/h on certain routes, the time will fly by. Taking a train between Shrewsbury and Cardiff is also a great way to travel to arrive in the city centre and save more time for your stay in Cardiff.

Whether you take a regional or high-speed train to Cardiff, you’ll help reduce the environmental impact and carbon footprint of your trip. As you watch the landscapes unfold before your eyes, you can tell yourself that with this choice, you are making sure they remain protected.

With up to 30x less CO2 emissions for your train journey between Shrewsbury and Cardiff, the train is an ecological alternative to flights or personal cars.

Create your own real life musical score by curating a personalized train travel playlist - the perfect accompaniment to your bus ride from Shrewsbury to Cardiff.

Did you know?

Some trains in Sweden can recover more than a fifth of the energy they use by braking. This is especially true with ore trains as they descend from Narvik to Kiruna.

One of the deepest train stations in the world is in Kiev. Located at a depth of 105 m, it was designed in this way to serve as a shelter in the event of an attack. The second deepest station is in China. Badaling station is located 60 m under the Great Wall of China!

The magnetic levitation train (Maglev for short) is currently the fastest train in the world. With a speed of 603 km/ h, it is closely followed by the French high-speed train (574.8 km / h) which remains in 2020, the fastest train to date

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