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Handforth to Shrewsbury train prices and times

Looking to travel from Handforth to Shrewsbury? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as £18.30, with average prices for this route around £18.30.

To get the best deals, we' d recommend buying in advance and researching alternatives such as split tickets.

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Departs	Arrives	Find Tickets
14:28 1h 13m, No direct Handforth	15:41 Shrewsbury	Find Tickets
15:28 1h 18m, No direct Handforth	16:46 Shrewsbury	Find Tickets
16:28 1h 16m, No direct Handforth	17:44 Shrewsbury	Find Tickets
17:16 1h 33m, No direct Handforth	18:49 Shrewsbury	Find Tickets
18:28 1h 16m, No direct Handforth	19:44 Shrewsbury	Find Tickets
19:28 1h 21m, No direct Handforth	20:49 Paris	Find Tickets

Handforth to Shrewsbury train route details

First train

00:30

Last train

22:16

Departure station

Handforth

Arrival station

Shrewsbury

Journey time

1h 12m

Distance

80 km

Price

£18.30*

Train Operators

Avanti West Coast, Northern, Transport for Wales

How to book cheap train tickets from Handforth to Shrewsbury

Travelling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (06:30-09:30) and evening (16:00-19:00) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Handforth to Shrewsbury can result in significant cost savings.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Handforth to Shrewsbury for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16-25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more here.

Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets involves buying separate, cheaper tickets for different parts of your journey on the same train instead of just one ticket for the entire trip. For instance, if you're travelling from Handforth to Shrewsbury, you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket. This method is perfectly legal and often doesn’t require leaving your seat.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are typically released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can offer significant savings compared to tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Handforth to Shrewsbury ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are travelling in a group of three to nine people, take advantage of group travel discounts, offered by most train companies, for a discount of up to 1/3 on standard fares. This can make travelling from Handforth to Shrewsbury more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Handforth to Shrewsbury train ticket types

There are various ticket types available for this route, each with different benefits and restrictions. Explore below to see which ticket type is best suited to your travel needs:

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Trains from Handforth to Shrewsbury from £18.30

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Handforth to Shrewsbury train prices and times

Handforth to Shrewsbury train route details