Introduction
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting 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. 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
C$ 138
1 night at 3-star hotel
Shrewsbury in December
Estimated hotel price
C$ 138
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 30m.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Shrewsbury, followed by Avanti West Coast. The train journey from Shrewsbury to Bradford takes 1h 29m and costs around C$ 81 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from London, expect to pay about C$ 63 for a 2h 06m 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 U-Save and SURPRICE CAR RENTAL , 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 113 km and will cost you around C$ 19. From Liverpool, the ticket costs about C$ 18 for a journey of 137 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 30m.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Shrewsbury, followed by Avanti West Coast. The train journey from Shrewsbury to Bradford takes 1h 29m and costs around C$ 81 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from London, expect to pay about C$ 63 for a 2h 06m 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 U-Save and SURPRICE CAR RENTAL , 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 113 km and will cost you around C$ 19. From Liverpool, the ticket costs about C$ 18 for a journey of 137 km.

Airports near Shrewsbury

BHXBirmingham
LPLLiverpool J. Lennon
MANManchester

Airlines serving Shrewsbury

KLM
Good (1,480 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,877 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,836 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,358 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,289 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,906 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,160 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,556 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (903 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,514 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,731 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,549 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,730 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,862 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,179 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,375 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (397 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,185 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,431 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,234 reviews)
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Where to stay in Shrewsbury

Average rates range from around C$ 114 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to C$ 196 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)
C$ 156+
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The Old Post Office
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
C$ 119+
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Holiday Inn Express Shrewsbury By IHG
3 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
C$ 108+
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Albrighton Hall Hotel and Spa, a member of Radisson Individuals
4 stars
Good (7.8, Good reviews)
C$ 136+
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The Lion Hotel Shrewsbury
3 stars
Good (6.9, Good reviews)
C$ 99+
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Renting a car in Shrewsbury

Renting a car in Shrewsbury costs C$ 93 per day, on average.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 60% more expensive than at Manchester.

Expect to pay C$ 2.60 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$ 31.18 and C$ 41.57. Compact (Peugeot 208 or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Shrewsbury, while also 52% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Shrewsbury costs C$ 93 per day, on average.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 60% more expensive than at Manchester.

Expect to pay C$ 2.60 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$ 31.18 and C$ 41.57. Compact (Peugeot 208 or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Shrewsbury, while also 52% cheaper than other types, on average.

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