The cheapest and fastest coaches from Birmingham to Shrewsbury
Cheapest price
£12
Average price
£13
Fastest journey
1 h 25 m
Average duration
1 h 30 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
63 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Birmingham to Shrewsbury is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Birmingham to Shrewsbury will cost around £13 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £12.
Of the 2 buses that leave Birmingham for Shrewsbury every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 63 km distance in an average of 1 h 30 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 25 m .
The slowest buses will take 1 h 35 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.




Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Birmingham to Shrewsbury
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Birmingham to Shrewsbury among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £2. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 2m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £2, and a coach costs an average of £8.
Distance: 63 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
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£12 Average Price | £8 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 0m Average total duration 1h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 32m Average total duration Fastest 1h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Birmingham to Shrewsbury bus times
The table below shows live departures for Birmingham to Shrewsbury coaches for tomorrow, Thursday 19 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 15:00 Birmingham | 1h25 | 16:25 Shrewsbury | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 15:15 Birmingham | 1h35 | 16:50 Shrewsbury | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Birmingham to Shrewsbury
Buses from Birmingham to Shrewsbury run on average 1 times per day, taking around 1h 30m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £8 but you can travel from only £2 by train.
There are 1 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 05:16, the last at 22:40. The fastest coach covers the 63 km distance in 1h 25m.
Distance 63 km |
Average bus duration 1h 30m |
Cheapest ticket price £8 |
Buses per day 1 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 1h 25m |
First bus 05:16 |
Last bus 22:40 |
Bus providers: National Express from Birmingham to ShrewsburyYou can travel by bus between Birmingham to Shrewsbury with National Express for as low as £2. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
National Express
FAQs: Birmingham to Shrewsbury coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Birmingham to Shrewsbury by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Shrewsbury, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- National Express
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Birmingham and Shrewsbury
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria and fast-food options inside the station
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 97, 97A, X1, X2 Train: Birmingham New Street
Most popular bus connections from Birmingham
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