What is the cheapest way to get from Glasgow to Shrewsbury?

The cheapest way to get from Glasgow to Shrewsbury is to drive which costs £60 - £95 and takes 4h 46m.

What is the fastest way to get from Glasgow to Shrewsbury?

The fastest way to get from Glasgow to Shrewsbury is to train which takes 4h 23m and costs £100 - £170.

Is there a direct train between Glasgow and Shrewsbury?

No, there is no direct train from Glasgow to Shrewsbury. However, there are services departing from Glasgow Central and arriving at Shrewsbury via Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 23m.

How far is it from Glasgow to Shrewsbury?

The distance between Glasgow and Shrewsbury is 275 miles. The road distance is 265.5 miles.

How do I travel from Glasgow to Shrewsbury without a car?

The best way to get from Glasgow to Shrewsbury without a car is to train which takes 4h 23m and costs £100 - £170.

How long does it take to get from Glasgow to Shrewsbury?

It takes approximately 4h 23m to get from Glasgow to Shrewsbury, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Glasgow to Shrewsbury train from?

Glasgow to Shrewsbury train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Glasgow Central station.

Where does the Glasgow to Shrewsbury train arrive?

Glasgow to Shrewsbury train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Crewe station.

Can I drive from Glasgow to Shrewsbury?

Yes, the driving distance between Glasgow to Shrewsbury is 265 miles. It takes approximately 4h 46m to drive from Glasgow to Shrewsbury.

How do I get a train ticket from Glasgow to Shrewsbury?

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Where can I stay near Shrewsbury?

There are 945+ hotels available in Shrewsbury.

Glasgow to Shrewsbury - 7 ways to travel via train, car, plane, and bus

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There are 7 ways to get from Glasgow to Shrewsbury by train, car, plane, or bus

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Crewetrain Glasgow Central - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from Crewe to Shrewsburytrain Crewe - Shrewsbury / ...
4h 23m
£100–164
Fly Glasgow Airport to Birmingham Airport, train
cheapest
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)plane GLA - BHX
2. Take the train from Birmingham International to Shrewsburytrain
4h 26m
£49–130
Drive 263.9 mi
1. Drive from Glasgow to Shrewsburycar 263.9 mi
4h 46m
£65–93
Train via Manchester
1. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Manchester Piccadillytrain Glasgow Central - Manchester Airport
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Shrewsburytrain Manchester Piccadilly - Cardiff Central / ...
5h 11m
£105–180
Bus to Edinburgh Airport, fly to Birmingham Airport, train
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Terminalbus
2. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)plane EDI - BHX
3. Take the train from Birmingham International to Shrewsburytrain
5h 14m
£56–139
Fly Glasgow Airport to Bristol Airport, train
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane GLA - BRS
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Newport (S Wales)train
3. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to Shrewsburytrain
5h 55m
£79–195
Bus to Edinburgh Airport, fly to Bristol Airport, train
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Terminalbus
2. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane EDI - BRS
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Newport (S Wales)train
4. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to Shrewsburytrain
6h 43m
£90–214

Glasgow to Shrewsbury by train

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Distance: 273.6 mi
Duration: 4h 23m

What companies run services between Glasgow, Scotland and Shrewsbury, England?

You can take a train from Glasgow Central to Shrewsbury via Crewe in around 4h 23m.

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