Introduction
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

Shrewsbury travel guide

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You're Going to Love Shrewsbury

With a population of 69,519, Shrewsbury is a must-see destination in England, United Kingdom. Consider staying at least one whole day in Shrewsbury to see all of its attractions.

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Where to Eat in Shrewsbury

If you’re looking for affordable options, The Bricklayers Arms (78 Copthorne Rd) and The Powis Arms (Lydbury North) are great picks.

When to visit Shrewsbury

Shrewsbury in April
Estimated hotel price
$191
1 night at 3-star hotel
Shrewsbury in April
Estimated hotel price
$191
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Shrewsbury

Plane

Although Shrewsbury doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Liverpool J. Lennon Airport (LPL), which is located 43 miles from Shrewsbury. The shortest flight to Shrewsbury from New Zealand departs from Auckland and takes around 29h 10m.

Car

Another option to get to Shrewsbury is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 139 miles from Shrewsbury. You’ll find branches of U-Save and CarWiz, among others, in London.

Plane

Although Shrewsbury doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Liverpool J. Lennon Airport (LPL), which is located 43 miles from Shrewsbury. The shortest flight to Shrewsbury from New Zealand departs from Auckland and takes around 29h 10m.

Car

Another option to get to Shrewsbury is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 139 miles from Shrewsbury. You’ll find branches of U-Save and CarWiz, among others, in London.

Airports near Shrewsbury

BHXBirmingham
LPLLiverpool J. Lennon
MANManchester

Airlines serving Shrewsbury

Lufthansa
Good (8,034 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,526 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,009 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,419 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,399 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,964 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,222 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,595 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,762 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (922 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,727 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,572 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,801 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,096 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,196 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,400 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (408 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,346 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,445 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,262 reviews)
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Where to stay in Shrewsbury

Average rates range from around $206 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $213 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Shrewsbury

Most booked hotels in Shrewsbury

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Old Rectory Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
$174+
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Old Post Office
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
$125+
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Holiday Inn Express Shrewsbury By IHG
3 stars
Excellent (8, Excellent reviews)
$147+
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Albrighton Hall Hotel and Spa, a member of Radisson Individuals
4 stars
Good (7.9, Good reviews)
$181+
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The Lion Hotel Shrewsbury
3 stars
Good (6.9, Good reviews)
$129+
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Hiring a car in Shrewsbury

Hiring a car in Shrewsbury costs $75 per day, on average.

You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 41% more expensive than at Manchester.

Expect to pay $3.58 per litre in Shrewsbury (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $42.86 and $57.15. Compact (Peugeot 208 or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Shrewsbury, while also 55% cheaper than other types, on average.

Hiring a car in Shrewsbury costs $75 per day, on average.

You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 41% more expensive than at Manchester.

Expect to pay $3.58 per litre in Shrewsbury (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $42.86 and $57.15. Compact (Peugeot 208 or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Shrewsbury, while also 55% cheaper than other types, on average.