Birmingham to Shrewsbury trains, tickets and timetables

Travelling by train from Birmingham to the picturesque market town of Shrewsbury is easy and means you arrive feeling relaxed and ready to explore Shropshire’s historic capital. It’s where the old meets the new, with ancient passages and charming courtyards alongside museums, galleries, an indoor market and plenty of places to eat.

Don’t miss the iconic Shrewsbury Castle, clad in elegant red sandstone. Constructed by the Normans, led by William the Conqueror, in 1067, it protected the town from marauding raiders. Now home to the Regimental Museum, it holds collections from the King's Shropshire Light Infantry and the Shropshire Yeomanry. With more than 300 years of the British Army on display, you’ll find uniforms, weapons, medals and more. It’s a family-friendly attraction filled with history and culture.

Shrewsbury offers plenty of opportunities for a spot of shopping if that’s more your thing. The main streets are lined by the big high street names and designer stores.

For those of you who prefer something with a more unique vibe, we’d recommend the charming, independent boutiques. Showcasing local talent, they’re the perfect place to hunt down an unusual gift or treat, from handcrafted jewellery and colourful knitwear to ceramics and homemade global cuisine. Why not pick up a bag of gloriously decadent fudge for your journey home?

Shrewsbury’s most famous son, the naturalist Charles Darwin, was born in the town in 1809. As a boy, he was inspired by the dramatic Shropshire landscape. His fascination with the natural world is celebrated in The Quantum Leap, a stunning sculpture erected for the bicentennial of his birth that’s hugely popular with visitors and locals alike. Some say it echoes the double helix of DNA, or the vertebrae of a giant creature. See what you think.

Opposite this lies the Theatre Severn, perfect for a spot of culture. The packed programme includes opera, films, stand-up comedy, lectures and an eclectic series of exhibitions from art to contemporary fiction. Grab a delicious bite to eat at The Foundry or a drink at the Chapel Bar and make an evening of it.

Visiting Shrewsbury has never been easier thanks to our Birmingham to Shrewsbury trains. So why not make the most of your next day off work and explore one of the most historic and picturesque towns the UK has to offer?

Trains from Shrewsbury to Birmingham

Getting home from Shrewsbury really couldn’t be easier. You can catch the train home at the end of the day with TfW. Download our user-friendly mobile app now and get your journey planned. With up-to-date timetables, frequent sales and special offers on tickets, there’s nothing stopping you from coming back soon.