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Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Glasgow to Shrewsbury among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £84 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 4h 14m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £84, while a flight costs an average of £241.
Distance: 364 km
Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
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£84 Average Price Cheapest | £241 Average Price | £101 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 14m Average total duration Fastest 3h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 15m Average total duration 2h 15m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 4h 56m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular train company |  Most popular airline | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Compare the available ways to get from Glasgow to Shrewsbury, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.
This is compared to other travel options from Glasgow to Shrewsbury:
A train is £157 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Glasgow to Shrewsbury costing on average £241.
Other travel options to Shrewsbury take longer:
Flight takes on average 4h 15m.
The journey is about 1h 12m faster (3h 44m by train vs 4h 56m by car) and roughly £17 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£84 vs £101). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
How to get to Shrewsbury from Glasgow by train, bus, flight or ferry.
The best way to travel from Glasgow to Shrewsbury is by taking a flight because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
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The most popular day trips by train from Shrewsbury are Birmingham, Chester, Manchester, Wrexham and Telford. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your train from Shrewsbury on Omio.
Birmingham is known for its industrial past, canal network and diverse food scene. It combines major shopping and cultural landmarks with lively neighbourhoods shaped by manufacturing, music and modern city life.
Chester is known for its Roman walls, medieval streets and the distinctive black-and-white Rows. Compact and walkable, it blends deep history with a relaxed riverside setting and a lively city centre.
Manchester is known for its industrial heritage, influential music and deep football culture. Red-brick canalside areas, major museums and lively nightlife give it an energetic northern character.
Wrexham is a north-east Wales market city known for industry, Welsh identity and Wrexham A.F.C. Its compact centre has historic churches, pubs and shops, with Erddig Hall close by.
Telford is a modern Shropshire town closely linked with Ironbridge Gorge and Britain’s industrial past. It combines museums and green space with a practical town centre and family-friendly attractions.
Travel to Shrewsbury easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Glasgow to Shrewsbury.
This is compared to other travel options from Glasgow to Shrewsbury:
A train is £157 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Glasgow to Shrewsbury costing on average £241.
Other travel options to Shrewsbury take longer:
Flight takes on average 4h 15m.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Glasgow and Shrewsbury as scheduled services by train and flight can vary by season or day of the week.
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