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

84.8 miles 136.5 km · straight line
98 miles actual route 157.7 km · driving distance
1h 56min estimated drive time
£15 - £18 estimated fuel cost
~40min flight time · usually no direct flights
293° WNW bearing direction

How far is Northampton, United Kingdom from Shrewsbury?

The distance from Northampton, United Kingdom to Shrewsbury is 84.8 miles (136.5 km) as the crow flies. Shrewsbury is located WNW of Northampton, United Kingdom. By car, the driving distance is approximately 98 miles, taking about 1h 56min. A direct flight would take roughly 40min. 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 Northampton, 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 Northampton, United Kingdom to Shrewsbury

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 1h 56min £15 - £18 Flexible stops
Bus ~2h 19min $8–$15* Budget
Train ~1h 50min $12–$34* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Northampton, United Kingdom & Shrewsbury

Quick Facts

Northampton, United Kingdom
52.25°N, 0.88°W
Europe/London
97m 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 28 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 7 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 293.6 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM