How to travel from Shrewsbury to Birmingham

There are 2 options to travel between Shrewsbury and Birmingham including taking a train and bus.

The cheapest way to travel from Shrewsbury to Birmingham is a train with an average price of €9.

This is compared to other travel options from Shrewsbury to Birmingham:

A train is €4 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Shrewsbury to Birmingham costing on average €13.

The fastest way to travel from Shrewsbury to Birmingham is by train with an average journey time of 1h 37m.

Other travel options to Birmingham take longer:

Bus takes on average 2h 21m.

The distance from Shrewsbury to Birmingham is approximately 39 miles (63 km).

The average frequency per day from Shrewsbury to Birmingham is:

• Around 8 trains per day.
• Around 1 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Shrewsbury and Birmingham as scheduled services by train and bus can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Shrewsbury to Birmingham:

• Trains mostly depart from Shrewsbury station (SHR) and arrive in Birmingham New Street (BHM).
• Buses mostly depart from Shrewsbury, Raven Meadows and arrive in Birmingham, Coach Station.

If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Shrewsbury to Birmingham, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:

• Travel with Transport for Wales, West Midlands Trains, West Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales to go to Birmingham by train.
• Travel with National Express to go to Birmingham by bus.

Yes, there are direct services available from Shrewsbury to Birmingham with the following travel companies:

• 8 direct trains per day with Transport for Wales, West Midlands Trains, West Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales.
• 1 direct buses per day with National Express.

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Most travelers need at least three days in Birmingham to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.

In Birmingham, you can explore the historic Jewellery Quarter, take a canal boat tour, and visit the National SEA LIFE Centre. Enjoy performances at the Birmingham Hippodrome and discover history at the Birmingham Back to Backs. Must-see sights include the Birmingham Museum and Art Gallery, Cadbury World, Birmingham Botanical Gardens, Symphony Hall, and The Bullring shopping center.

Two to three days are generally sufficient to explore Birmingham's key attractions, including its museums, culinary scene, and shopping areas.