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

Shrewsbury travel guide

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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 December
Estimated hotel price
$169
1 night at 3-star hotel
Shrewsbury in December
Estimated hotel price
$169
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 30h 40m.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Shrewsbury, followed by Avanti West Coast. The train journey from Shrewsbury to Edinburgh takes 3h 10m and costs around $266 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Glasgow, expect to pay about $221 for a 3h 16m trip. Located 0.2 miles from the city centre, Shrewsbury is the busiest station in Shrewsbury. Another popular train station is Shrewsbury Yorton, located 7 miles from the centre.

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 Europcar and U-Save, among others, in London.

Bus

You can travel by bus to Shrewsbury using FlixBus or National Express. From Leeds, the bus ride to Shrewsbury takes 70 miles and will cost you around $22. From Birmingham, the ticket costs about $24 for a journey of 130 miles.

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 30h 40m.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Shrewsbury, followed by Avanti West Coast. The train journey from Shrewsbury to Edinburgh takes 3h 10m and costs around $266 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Glasgow, expect to pay about $221 for a 3h 16m trip. Located 0.2 miles from the city centre, Shrewsbury is the busiest station in Shrewsbury. Another popular train station is Shrewsbury Yorton, located 7 miles from the centre.

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 Europcar and U-Save, among others, in London.

Bus

You can travel by bus to Shrewsbury using FlixBus or National Express. From Leeds, the bus ride to Shrewsbury takes 70 miles and will cost you around $22. From Birmingham, the ticket costs about $24 for a journey of 130 miles.

Airports near Shrewsbury

BHXBirmingham
LPLLiverpool J. Lennon
MANManchester

Airlines serving Shrewsbury

KLM
Good (1,499 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,921 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,884 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,405 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,304 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,921 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,179 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,569 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,581 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (904 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,749 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,559 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,728 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,923 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,188 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,386 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (400 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,203 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,430 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,275 reviews)
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Where to stay in Shrewsbury

Average rates range from around $132 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $256 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Shrewsbury

Most booked hotels in Shrewsbury

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The Bull Inn
3 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
$114+
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The Old Post Office
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
$139+
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Holiday Inn Express Shrewsbury By IHG
3 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
$126+
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Albrighton Hall Hotel and Spa, a member of Radisson Individuals
4 stars
Good (7.8, Good reviews)
$170+
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The Lion Hotel Shrewsbury
3 stars
Good (6.9, Good reviews)
$120+
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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, 15% more expensive than at Manchester.

Expect to pay $3.37 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 $40.33 and $53.77. The most frequently booked car type in Shrewsbury is Intermediate (Vauxhall Zafira Tourer or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact car hire (Peugeot 208 or similar) is, on average, 48% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

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, 15% more expensive than at Manchester.

Expect to pay $3.37 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 $40.33 and $53.77. The most frequently booked car type in Shrewsbury is Intermediate (Vauxhall Zafira Tourer or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact car hire (Peugeot 208 or similar) is, on average, 48% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.