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 December
Estimated hotel price
£77
1 night at 3-star hotel
Shrewsbury in December
Estimated hotel price
£77
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 British Airways, Aer Lingus, easyJet 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 Trenitalia. The train journey from Shrewsbury to Liverpool takes 0h 52m and costs around £40 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Birmingham, expect to pay about £38 for a 1h 40m 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 Turo, 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 £8. From Liverpool, the ticket costs about £12 for a journey of 70 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 British Airways, Aer Lingus, easyJet 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 Trenitalia. The train journey from Shrewsbury to Liverpool takes 0h 52m and costs around £40 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Birmingham, expect to pay about £38 for a 1h 40m 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 Turo, 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 £8. From Liverpool, the ticket costs about £12 for a journey of 70 miles.

Airports near Shrewsbury

BHXBirmingham
LPLLiverpool J. Lennon
MANManchester

Airlines serving Shrewsbury

KLM
Good (1,472 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,856 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,801 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,293 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,259 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,901 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,142 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,547 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,441 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,543 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,736 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (900 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,719 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,815 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,184 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,373 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,428 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (391 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,170 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,216 reviews)
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Where to stay in Shrewsbury

Average rates range from around £82 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to £114 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Shrewsbury

Most booked hotels in Shrewsbury

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Mytton and Mermaid - Brunning and Price
4 stars
Excellent (9, Excellent reviews)
£82+
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The Coaching Barns
3 stars
Excellent (9, Excellent reviews)
£82+
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The Old Post Office
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
£64+
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Holiday Inn Express Shrewsbury By IHG
3 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
£57+
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Albrighton Hall Hotel and Spa, a member of Radisson Individuals
4 stars
Good (7.9, Good reviews)
£76+
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The Lion Hotel Shrewsbury
3 stars
Good (7, Good reviews)
£51+
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Hiring a car in Shrewsbury

Hiring a car in Shrewsbury costs £46 per day, on average.

You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 51% more expensive than at Manchester.

Expect to pay £1.37 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 £16.39 and £21.85. Compact (Peugeot 208 or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Shrewsbury, while also 56% cheaper than other types, on average.

Hiring a car in Shrewsbury costs £46 per day, on average.

You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 51% more expensive than at Manchester.

Expect to pay £1.37 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 £16.39 and £21.85. Compact (Peugeot 208 or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Shrewsbury, while also 56% cheaper than other types, on average.

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