Blackburn to Shrewsbury: Road Trip Guide & Distance

72.7 miles 117 km · straight line
91.1 miles actual route 146.6 km · driving distance
2h 4min estimated drive time
£14 - £17 estimated fuel cost
~39min flight time · usually no direct flights
189° S bearing direction

How far is Blackburn from Shrewsbury?

The distance from Blackburn to Shrewsbury is 72.7 miles (117 km) as the crow flies. Shrewsbury is located S of Blackburn. By car, the driving distance is approximately 91.1 miles, taking about 2h 4min. A direct flight would take roughly 39min. Both are located in United Kingdom.

This is a quick and easy drive, perfect for a day trip or weekend getaway. You can easily make the round trip in a single day. 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 Blackburn 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 Blackburn to Shrewsbury

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 2h 4min £14 - £17 Flexible stops
Bus ~2h 29min $7–$14* Budget
Train ~1h 58min $11–$32* Comfort

At 91.1 miles, driving is often the most practical option.

* Estimated range. Actual prices vary by date and provider.

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Quick Facts

Blackburn
53.75°N, 2.48°W
Europe/London
121m 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 24 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 6 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 342.5 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM