Burnley to Shrewsbury: Road Trip Guide & Distance

78.3 miles 126 km · straight line
98.5 miles actual route 158.6 km · driving distance
2h 10min estimated drive time
£15 - £18 estimated fuel cost
~39min flight time · usually no direct flights
196° SSW bearing direction

How far is Burnley from Shrewsbury?

The distance from Burnley to Shrewsbury is 78.3 miles (126 km) as the crow flies. Shrewsbury is located SSW of Burnley. By car, the driving distance is approximately 98.5 miles, taking about 2h 10min. 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. 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 Burnley 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 Burnley to Shrewsbury

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 2h 10min £15 - £18 Flexible stops
Bus ~2h 36min $8–$15* Budget
Train ~2h 4min $12–$34* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Burnley & Shrewsbury

Quick Facts

Burnley
53.80°N, 2.23°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 26 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 7 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 318.1 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM