The cheapest and fastest coaches from London to Shrewsbury
Cheapest price
£18
Average price
£18
Fastest journey
5 h 25 m
Average duration
5 h 25 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
224 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from London to Shrewsbury is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London to Shrewsbury will cost around £18 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £18.
Of the 1 buses that leave London for Shrewsbury every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 224 km distance in an average of 5 h 25 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 25 m .
The slowest buses will take 5 h 25 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, coach and flight for London to Shrewsbury
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London to Shrewsbury among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £18. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 5m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £18, and a flight costs an average of £45.
Distance: 224 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£22 Average Price Cheapest | £36 Average Price | £166 Average Price |
5h 23m Average total duration 4h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 24m Average total duration 2h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 5m Average total duration Fastest 1h 5m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.7 - 1.3kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
London to Shrewsbury bus times
The table below shows live departures for London to Shrewsbury coaches for tomorrow, Saturday 20 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 10:00 London | 5h25 | 15:25 Shrewsbury | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from London to Shrewsbury
Buses from London to Shrewsbury run on average 1 times per day, taking around 4h 53m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £18 but you can travel from only £16 by train.
There are 1 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:39, the last at 21:30. The fastest coach covers the 224 km distance in 5h 25m.
Distance 224 km |
Average bus duration 4h 53m |
Cheapest ticket price £18 |
Buses per day 1 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 5h 25m |
First bus 00:39 |
Last bus 21:30 |
Bus providers: National Express from London to ShrewsburyYou can travel by bus between London to Shrewsbury with National Express for as low as £16. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
National Express
Buses from London to Shrewsbury
Buses from London to Shrewsbury are a straightforward and pleasant way to travel from London to the charming County Town of Shropshire. Bus travel is operated by National Express coach service. There are two services per day leaving in the afternoon and evening. Coaches depart from London Victoria Coach Station, a short walk from London Victoria Rail and Underground Station. Coaches arrive at Shrewsbury Bus and Coach Station in the town centre, adjacent to Shrewsbury Railway Station. Total journey time between London and Shrewsbury is just over 4.5 hours.
FAQs: London to Shrewsbury coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London 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.

Passengers board the coach most frequently from London, Victoria Coach Station, which is located around 1.9 miles (3 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Shrewsbury, Raven Meadows, located 0.1 miles (64 m) away from the city centre.
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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in London and Shrewsbury
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Pret a Manger (in the station)
- Starbucks (in the station).
- Available outside the station on Buckingham Palace Road.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 11, 44, 170, 211, C1, C10 Metro: Victoria Train: Southern, Gatwick Express
- 00:00-23:59
- Free Wi-Fi
- Pret a Manger (in the station)
- Caffè Nero (in the station)
- Available outside the arrivals area, with services provided by licensed black cabs and private hire vehicles.
- Ramps, assistance
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 105, 111, 140, 285, 423 Train: Heathrow Express Metro: Piccadilly
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