Introduction
What to do
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. 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.

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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 January
Estimated hotel price
£72
1 night at 3-star hotel
Shrewsbury in January
Estimated hotel price
£72
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. Birmingham Airport (UK) is the most popular, with regular flights from easyJet, British Airways, Loganair and other airlines departing from the United Kingdom. The shortest domestic flight to Shrewsbury departs from Belfast and takes around 55m.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Shrewsbury, followed by Avanti West Coast. The train journey from Shrewsbury to London takes 3h 10m and costs around £36 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Edinburgh, expect to pay about £74 for a 3h 41m 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 GREEN MOTION and DRIVALIA , among others, in London.

Bus

You can travel by bus to Shrewsbury using National Express or FlixBus. From London, the bus ride to Shrewsbury takes 145 miles and will cost you around £12. From Birmingham, the ticket costs about £10 for a journey of 150 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. Birmingham Airport (UK) is the most popular, with regular flights from easyJet, British Airways, Loganair and other airlines departing from the United Kingdom. The shortest domestic flight to Shrewsbury departs from Belfast and takes around 55m.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Shrewsbury, followed by Avanti West Coast. The train journey from Shrewsbury to London takes 3h 10m and costs around £36 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Edinburgh, expect to pay about £74 for a 3h 41m 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 GREEN MOTION and DRIVALIA , among others, in London.

Bus

You can travel by bus to Shrewsbury using National Express or FlixBus. From London, the bus ride to Shrewsbury takes 145 miles and will cost you around £12. From Birmingham, the ticket costs about £10 for a journey of 150 miles.

Airports near Shrewsbury

BHXBirmingham
LPLLiverpool J. Lennon
MANManchester

Airlines serving Shrewsbury

KLM
Good (1,428 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,635 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,005 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,585 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,105 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,815 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,092 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,686 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,053 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,440 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,507 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,534 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,332 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (879 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,095 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,607 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,338 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,413 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,149 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (912 reviews)
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Where to stay in Shrewsbury

Average rates range from around £83 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to £240 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 (8.9, Excellent reviews)
£60+
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The Coaching Barns
3 stars
Excellent (8.9, Excellent reviews)
£66+
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The Bull Inn
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
£48+
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Prince Rupert Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
£96+
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Holiday Inn Express Shrewsbury By IHG
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
£56+
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Albrighton Hall Hotel and Spa, a member of Radisson Individuals
4 stars
Good (7.8, Good reviews)
£69+
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Hiring a car in Shrewsbury

Hiring a car in Shrewsbury costs £40 per day, on average.

You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 38% more expensive than at Manchester.

Expect to pay £1.36 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 £16.30 and £21.73. Compact (Peugeot 208 or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Shrewsbury, while also 51% cheaper than other types, on average.

Hiring a car in Shrewsbury costs £40 per day, on average.

You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 38% more expensive than at Manchester.

Expect to pay £1.36 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 £16.30 and £21.73. Compact (Peugeot 208 or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Shrewsbury, while also 51% cheaper than other types, on average.

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