4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Shrewsbury to Birmingham
Cheapest price
£12
Average price
£12
Fastest journey
1 h 35 m
Average duration
1 h 35 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
63 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Shrewsbury to Birmingham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Shrewsbury to Birmingham will cost around £12 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £12.
Of the 2 buses that leave Shrewsbury for Birmingham 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 35 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 35 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.
10:101h35Shrewsbury11:45Birmingham£121One-way0 changes- 11:101h35Shrewsbury12:45Birmingham£121One-way0 changes
- 11:101h35Shrewsbury12:45Birmingham£121One-way0 changes
- 10:101h35Shrewsbury11:45Birmingham£121One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Shrewsbury to Birmingham
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Shrewsbury to Birmingham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 7m. 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 £5, and a coach costs an average of £11.
Distance: 63 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£12 Average Price | £8 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 21m Average total duration 1h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 37m Average total duration Fastest 1h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Shrewsbury to Birmingham bus times
The table below shows live departures for Shrewsbury to Birmingham coaches for tomorrow, Monday 20 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 10:10 Shrewsbury | 1h35 | 11:45 Birmingham | 0 changesdirect | |
| 11:10 Shrewsbury | 1h35 | 12:45 Birmingham | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Shrewsbury to Birmingham
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Buses from Shrewsbury to Birmingham run on average 1 times per day, taking around 1h 51m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £11 but you can travel from only £5 by train.
There are 1 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 01:31, the last at 22:59. The fastest coach covers the 63 km distance in 1h 35m.
Distance 63 km |
Average bus duration 1h 51m |
Cheapest ticket price £11 |
Buses per day 1 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 1h 35m |
First bus 1:31 |
Last bus 22:59 |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 1 day |
Bus providers: National Express from Shrewsbury to BirminghamYou can travel by bus between Shrewsbury to Birmingham with National Express for as low as £5. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
National Express
Buses from Shrewsbury to Birmingham
National Express Coaches serve the route from Shrewsbury to Birmingham and offer two services on a daily basis. The first coach of the day departs from Shrewsbury, Raven Meadows Station at 10:25 a.m. and the last coach of the day leaves for Birmingham Coach Station at 5:00 p.m. The service is direct and the average journey duration is 1 hour and 30 minutes. Please note, however, that journey lengths may vary due to the time of day that passengers choose to travel and the prevailing traffic conditions.
FAQs: Shrewsbury to Birmingham coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Shrewsbury to Birmingham 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 Birmingham, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
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- 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.
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- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
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- 10€ per additional bag.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Shrewsbury and Birmingham
Most Shrewsbury to Birmingham buses use the Shrewsbury, Raven Meadows to Birmingham, Coach Station station pair, with some services arriving at Birmingham, Comet Road (Airport). Use this guide to compare Shrewsbury and Birmingham bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Which Birmingham station do buses from Shrewsbury arrive at?
Getting to Birmingham, Coach Station from Birmingham city centre
Birmingham, Coach Station is 1 km from Birmingham city centre. Public transport options include:
Birmingham, Coach Station bus station facilities and services
Birmingham, Coach Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Cafeteria and fast-food options inside the station
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Birmingham, Coach Station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Birmingham, Coach Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham, Coach Station: Elevators, ramps.
Getting to Birmingham, Comet Road (Airport) from Birmingham city centre
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