Birmingham, United Kingdom to Shrewsbury: Road Trip Guide & Distance

39.3 miles 63.3 km · straight line
47.7 miles actual route 76.8 km · driving distance
58min estimated drive time
£7 - £9 estimated fuel cost
~35min flight time · usually no direct flights
294° WNW bearing direction

How far is Birmingham, United Kingdom from Shrewsbury?

The distance from Birmingham, United Kingdom to Shrewsbury is 39.3 miles (63.3 km) as the crow flies. Shrewsbury is located WNW of Birmingham, United Kingdom. By car, the driving distance is approximately 47.7 miles, taking about 58min. A direct flight would take roughly 35min. Both are located in United Kingdom.

This is a very short trip, perfect for a quick morning drive or an easy commute. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Birmingham, United Kingdom and Shrewsbury. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Birmingham, United Kingdom to Shrewsbury

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 58min £7 - £9 Flexible stops

Suggested Stops Between Birmingham, United Kingdom & Shrewsbury

Quick Facts

Birmingham, United Kingdom
52.49°N, 1.89°W
Europe/London
140m elevation
Shrewsbury
52.71°N, 2.75°W
Europe/London
75m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 13 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 3 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 633.1 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM