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. 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
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 Canada departs from Toronto and takes around 6h 50m.
Train
AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Shrewsbury, followed by Avanti West Coast. The train journey from Shrewsbury to Leeds takes 1h 00m and costs around C$ 33 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Birmingham, expect to pay about C$ 33 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 rental from London, which is about 139 miles 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 National Express, FlixBus and Megabus. From Liverpool, the bus ride to Shrewsbury takes 50 miles and will cost you around C$ 19. From Leeds, the ticket costs about C$ 11 for a journey of 69 miles.
Airlines serving Shrewsbury
Where to stay in Shrewsbury
Average rates range from around C$ 159 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to C$ 263 and up for a 5-star experience.