Standard
- Free Wi-Fi
- Power plugs
Cheapest price on 05 Sept
£16
Average ticket price on 05 Sept
£17
Fastest journey on 05 Sept
4 h 15 m
Average journey duration on 05 Sept
4 h 15 m
Buses on 05 Sept
2
Distance
74 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Shrewsbury to Birmingham International Airport 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 International Airport will cost around £17 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £16.
On Sat 05 Sept, we found 2 buses from Shrewsbury to Birmingham International Airport, including 2 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 74 km distance in an average of 4 h 15 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 15 m .
The slowest buses will take 4 h 15 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.




Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Shrewsbury to Birmingham International Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £9 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 49m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £9, while a coach costs an average of £17.
Distance: 74 km
| Coach | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£17 Average Price | £9 Average Price Cheapest | £27 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 38m Average total duration 2h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 49m Average total duration Fastest 1h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 16m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Shrewsbury to Birmingham International Airport:
A train is £8 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Shrewsbury to Birmingham International Airport costing on average £17.
Other travel options to Birmingham International Airport take longer:
Coach takes on average 2h 8m.
Tickets start at around £17 compared to roughly £27 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £10. The journey takes 2h 8m versus 1h 16m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
The table below shows live departures for Shrewsbury to Birmingham International Airport coaches for today, Friday 4 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
NX409 · NX777 | 11:10 Shrewsbury, Raven Meadows | 4h20 | 15:30 Birmingham, Comet Road (Airport) | 1 change | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Buses from Shrewsbury to Birmingham International Airport run on average 1 times per day, taking around 2h 8m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £16 but you can travel from only £6 by train.
The earliest coach runs at 10:10, the last at 10:10. The fastest coach covers the 74 km distance in 4h 15m.
Distance 74 km |
Average bus duration 2h 8m |
Cheapest ticket price £16 |
Buses per day 1 |
Fastest bus 4h 15m |
First bus 10:10 |
Last bus 10:10 |
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Shrewsbury to Birmingham International Airport 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 International Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Shrewsbury to Birmingham International Airport buses use the Shrewsbury, Raven Meadows to Birmingham, Coach Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Shrewsbury and Birmingham International Airport bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Shrewsbury, Raven Meadows has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Shrewsbury, Raven Meadows. ATMs are available at Shrewsbury, Raven Meadows.
Ticket office support is available at Shrewsbury, Raven Meadows.
Available at Shrewsbury, Raven Meadows: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Shrewsbury, Raven Meadows: Station has ramps and accessible facilities.
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