Trains from Cambridge to Shrewsbury

Cambridge to Shrewsbury train information

The route connecting Cambridge, which is in England and Shrewsbury, located in England is well connected by trains. Use our travel search engine to find your ticket and identify the train operator for this journey.

There are 126 miles between Cambridge to Shrewsbury. Train travel is most of the time the fastest way to travel to Shrewsbury from Cambridge, and it’s also a greener option than driving or taking the plane.

Prices may vary quickly. We suggest you to make a search to check the latest available offers.

Best prices for Cambridge to Shrewsbury train tickets

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Best prices for Cambridge to Shrewsbury trains

We compare train ticket for all major companies to travel between Cambridge and Shrewsbury by train and find the best prices for the coming days. Take a look at the prices of train tickets Shrewsbury to Cambridge and find the best deal for your outbound journey.

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National Railcards can bring you great savings if you're taking the train. Depending on your age and your situation, you might want to get one of the five existing railcards: Disabled persons, 16-25, Two together, Senior or Family and Friends railcards. Railcards can help you make great savings for your Cambridge Shrewsbury train ticket.

Why should I buy a railcard?

When getting a railcard, the idea is to make savings after several trips. But is it really relevant when taking the train from Cambridge to Shrewsbury? Grab your calculator, taking into account:

A = the railcard cost (i.e.: £30)

B = average discount offered by the railcard (i.e.: 34%)

C = average fare for a Cambridge Shrewsbury ticket (i.e.: £50.00)(1)

Start by dividing A by B: this will show you the budget from which the card will be worthwile. Then divide that number by C. You will see the average number of trips needed per year to start saving money.

In our example, A/B = £30/34% = £88.00. Then, 88/£50.00 = 1.76. Your railcard will be worth the investment after on average 2 trips from Cambridge to Shrewsbury (one way journey).

How much does a railcard cost?

All railcards cost £30 except the Disabled persons railcard for which you will pay £20. Railcards give you 34% off most rail fares, thus you will save 1/3 on most train fares.

⁽¹⁾Average prices observed over the last 6 months for one way journey