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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
1
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 1 buses that leave Shrewsbury for Birmingham 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 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.
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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 £6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 6m. 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 £6, and a coach costs an average of £9.
Distance: 63 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£12 Average Price | £10 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 12m Average total duration 1h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 36m Average total duration Fastest 1h 6m 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 today, Friday 5 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NX409 | 11:10 Shrewsbury, Raven Meadows | 1h35 | 12:45 Birmingham, Coach Station | 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 42m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £9 but you can travel from only £6 by train.
There are 1 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 01:45, the last at 22:11. The fastest coach covers the 63 km distance in 1h 35m.
Distance 63 km |
Average bus duration 1h 42m |
Cheapest ticket price £9 |
Buses per day 1 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 1h 35m |
First bus 01:45 |
Last bus 22:11 |
Bus providers: National Express, Transport for Wales from Shrewsbury to BirminghamYou can travel by bus between Shrewsbury to Birmingham with National Express, Transport for Wales for as low as £6. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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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.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Shrewsbury, Raven Meadows, which is located around 0.1 miles (64 m) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Birmingham, Coach Station, located 2.4 miles (3.8 km) away from the city centre.
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Important Stations and Airports in Shrewsbury and Birmingham
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WC
Ticket Office
- 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
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