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Shrewsbury to Chester Train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Shrewsbury to Chester, starting from VND 136,103 and averaging VND 136,103. The entire journey takes no more than 54 minutes. If you want to get a greater discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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Departure	Arrival	Find Tickets
17:52 1 hour 12 minutes, Changes required Shrewsbury	19:04 Chester	Find Tickets
18:27 58 minutes, Direct Shrewsbury	19:25 Chester	Find Tickets
18:57 1 hour 53 minutes, Changes required Shrewsbury	20:50 Chester	Find Tickets
20:03 1 hour 2 minutes, Changes required Shrewsbury	21:05 Chester	Find Tickets
20:24 59 minutes, Direct Shrewsbury	21:23 Chester	Find Tickets
20:53 1 hour 34 minutes, Changes required Shrewsbury	22:27 Paris	Find Tickets

Shrewsbury to Chester Train Route Details

First train

08:25

Last train

23:48

Departure station

Shrewsbury

Arrival station

Chester

Journey time

54 minutes

Distance

55 km

Price

VND 136,103*

Train operators

Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales

How to book cheap train tickets from Shrewsbury to Chester

Traveling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Shrewsbury to Chester can result in significant cost savings.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

With a Railcard, you can save up to 1/3 on most rail fares. There are different types of Railcards available, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard, each catering to specific groups of travelers. You can discover more about Railcards here.

Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Shrewsbury to Chester, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are usually released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can be significantly cheaper than tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Shrewsbury to Chester ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are traveling in a group, be sure to check out group travel discounts. Many train companies offer a ⅓ off standard fares for groups of three to nine people, making traveling from Shrewsbury to Chester more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Shrewsbury to Chester train ticket types

Here are different ticket types available for this route, each with their own benefits and restrictions. Here are the options to consider:

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Shrewsbury to Chester Train prices and times

Shrewsbury to Chester Train Route Details