Introduction
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting 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. It is among the most popular tourist destinations 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 Beefy Boys Shrewsbury (39 High Street) and The Peach Tree Restaurant (18-22 Abbey Foregate) are great picks. For delicious green meals, Côte Brasserie - Shrewsbury (14/16 The Square) and The Oak Room at Albrighton Hall (Ellesmere Road, Albrighton) are recommended spots to get vegetarian or vegan food in Shrewsbury.

When to visit Shrewsbury

Shrewsbury in January
Estimated hotel price
C$ 123
1 night at 3-star hotel
Shrewsbury in January
Estimated hotel price
C$ 123
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 Canada departs from Toronto and takes around 6h 50m.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Shrewsbury, followed by Transpennine Express. The train journey from Shrewsbury to Liverpool takes 0h 31m and costs around C$ 10 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Leeds, expect to pay about C$ 24 for a 1h 03m 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 rental from London, which is about 224 km from Shrewsbury. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and Sixt, among others, in London.

Bus

You can travel by bus to Shrewsbury using National Express or FlixBus. From Leeds, the bus ride to Shrewsbury takes 145 km and will cost you around C$ 17. From London, the ticket costs about C$ 14 for a journey of 225 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 Canada departs from Toronto and takes around 6h 50m.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Shrewsbury, followed by Transpennine Express. The train journey from Shrewsbury to Liverpool takes 0h 31m and costs around C$ 10 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Leeds, expect to pay about C$ 24 for a 1h 03m 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 rental from London, which is about 224 km from Shrewsbury. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and Sixt, among others, in London.

Bus

You can travel by bus to Shrewsbury using National Express or FlixBus. From Leeds, the bus ride to Shrewsbury takes 145 km and will cost you around C$ 17. From London, the ticket costs about C$ 14 for a journey of 225 km.

Airports near Shrewsbury

BHXBirmingham
LPLLiverpool J. Lennon
MANManchester

Airlines serving Shrewsbury

KLM
Good (1,405 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,518 reviews)
Delta
Good (7,982 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,468 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,772 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,023 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,997 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,995 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,477 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,383 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,657 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (863 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,349 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,537 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,282 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,134 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,333 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,038 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,387 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (369 reviews)
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Where to stay in Shrewsbury

Average rates range from around C$ 142 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to C$ 263 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 Post Office
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
C$ 116+
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The Bull Inn
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
C$ 94+
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Holiday Inn Express Shrewsbury By IHG
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
C$ 120+
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Prince Rupert Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
C$ 209+
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Albrighton Hall Hotel and Spa, a member of Radisson Individuals
4 stars
Good (7.8, Good reviews)
C$ 137+
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The Lion Hotel Shrewsbury
3 stars
Good (7.2, Good reviews)
C$ 109+
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Renting a car in Shrewsbury

Expect to pay C$ 2.53 per litre in Shrewsbury (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between C$ 30.25 and C$ 40.33. Compact (Peugeot 208 or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Shrewsbury, while also 51% cheaper than other types, on average.

Expect to pay C$ 2.53 per litre in Shrewsbury (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between C$ 30.25 and C$ 40.33. Compact (Peugeot 208 or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Shrewsbury, while also 51% cheaper than other types, on average.

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