The average bus between Carlisle and Shap takes 5h 34m and the fastest bus takes 1h 32m. The bus service runs several times per day from Carlisle to Shap. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Buses run 4 times a day between Carlisle and Shap. The earliest departure is at 9:08 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Carlisle is at 7:17 PM which arrives into Shap at 7:25 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 5h 34m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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Want to know about travelling from Carlisle to Shap? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct bus from Carlisle to Shap. However, there are services departing from Carlisle station and arriving at Shap station via Bus Station station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 34m.
Carlisle to Shap bus services, operated by Stagecoach Cumbria & North Lancashire, depart from La Mexxaluna station.
Carlisle to Shap bus services, operated by Stagecoach Cumbria & North Lancashire, arrive at Market Square station.
The distance between Carlisle and Shap is 43.9 km. The road distance is 49 km.
You can take a bus from La Mexxaluna to Market Square via Bus Station in around 2h 22m.