Shrewsbury travel guide

Shrewsbury Tourism | Shrewsbury Guide

You're Going to Love Shrewsbury

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

Where to Eat in Shrewsbury

If you’re looking for affordable options, The Beefy Boys Shrewsbury (39 High Street) and The Peach Tree Restaurant (18-22 Abbey Foregate) are great picks.

When to visit Shrewsbury

Shrewsbury in November
Estimated hotel price
$149
1 night at 3-star hotel
Shrewsbury in November
Estimated hotel price
$149
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 70 km from Shrewsbury. The shortest flight to Shrewsbury from New Zealand departs from Auckland and takes around 28h 30m.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Shrewsbury, followed by Avanti West Coast. The train journey from Shrewsbury to Leeds takes 1h 06m and costs around $40 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from London, expect to pay about $67 for a 2h 06m trip. Located 0.3 km from the city centre, Shrewsbury is the busiest station in Shrewsbury. Another popular train station is Shrewsbury Yorton, located 11 km from the centre.

Car

Another option to get to Shrewsbury is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 224 km from Shrewsbury. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and DRIVALIA , among others, in London.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Shrewsbury, including Megabus, FlixBus and National Express. From Leeds, the bus ride to Shrewsbury takes 108 km and will cost you around $13. From Birmingham, the ticket costs about $20 for a journey of 209 km.

Plane

Although Shrewsbury doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Liverpool J. Lennon Airport (LPL), which is located 70 km from Shrewsbury. The shortest flight to Shrewsbury from New Zealand departs from Auckland and takes around 28h 30m.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Shrewsbury, followed by Avanti West Coast. The train journey from Shrewsbury to Leeds takes 1h 06m and costs around $40 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from London, expect to pay about $67 for a 2h 06m trip. Located 0.3 km from the city centre, Shrewsbury is the busiest station in Shrewsbury. Another popular train station is Shrewsbury Yorton, located 11 km from the centre.

Car

Another option to get to Shrewsbury is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 224 km from Shrewsbury. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and DRIVALIA , among others, in London.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Shrewsbury, including Megabus, FlixBus and National Express. From Leeds, the bus ride to Shrewsbury takes 108 km and will cost you around $13. From Birmingham, the ticket costs about $20 for a journey of 209 km.

Airports near Shrewsbury

Airlines serving Shrewsbury

Lufthansa
Good (4,604 reviews)
KLM
Good (849 reviews)
SWISS
Good (927 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,444 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,591 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (2,281 reviews)
Air France
Good (973 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,547 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (476 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,921 reviews)
Emirates
Good (2,125 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,482 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,710 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (226 reviews)
Finnair
Good (878 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (832 reviews)
LOT
Good (683 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,161 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (911 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (835 reviews)
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Where to stay in Shrewsbury

Average rates range from around $208 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $318 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Shrewsbury

Most booked hotels in Shrewsbury

The Bull Inn
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
$104+
The Old Post Office
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
$114+
Prince Rupert Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8, Excellent reviews)
$199+
Holiday Inn Express Shrewsbury
3 stars
Good (7.8, Good reviews)
$131+
Mercure Shrewsbury Albrighton Hall Hotel And Spa
4 stars
Good (7.5, Good reviews)
$163+

Hiring a car in Shrewsbury

Expect to pay $3.12 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 $37.33 and $49.77. Compact (Toyota Auris or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Shrewsbury, while also 79% cheaper than other types, on average.

Expect to pay $3.12 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 $37.33 and $49.77. Compact (Toyota Auris or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Shrewsbury, while also 79% cheaper than other types, on average.