What is the cheapest way to get from Aberdeen to Shap?

The cheapest way to get from Aberdeen to Shap is to bus which costs £18 - £45 and takes 8h 35m.

What is the fastest way to get from Aberdeen to Shap?

The fastest way to get from Aberdeen to Shap is to drive which takes 4h 14m and costs £60 - £90.

How far is it from Aberdeen to Shap?

The distance between Aberdeen and Shap is 257 miles. The road distance is 242.3 miles.

How do I travel from Aberdeen to Shap without a car?

The best way to get from Aberdeen to Shap without a car is to train which takes 6h 25m and costs £26 - £180.

How long does it take to get from Aberdeen to Shap?

It takes approximately 6h 25m to get from Aberdeen to Shap, including transfers.

Train or bus from Aberdeen to Shap?

The best way to get from Aberdeen to Shap is to train which takes 6h 25m and costs £26 - £180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £18 - £45 and takes 8h 35m.

Can I drive from Aberdeen to Shap?

Yes, the driving distance between Aberdeen to Shap is 242 miles. It takes approximately 4h 14m to drive from Aberdeen to Shap.

Where can I stay near Shap?

There are 2565+ hotels available in Shap.

Aberdeen to Shap - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Aberdeen to Shap by train, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Aberdeen to HaymarketAberdeen - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Haymarket to Penrith North LakesEdinburgh - Manchester Airport / ...
6h 25m
£27–173
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Union Square Bus Station to Buchanan Bus StationUk091
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Halston HotelUkn31
8h 35m
£18–42
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Adelphi to Haymarket StationE1
2. Take the train from Haymarket to Penrith North LakesEdinburgh - Manchester Airport / ...
7h 41m
Drive 240.9 mi
1. Drive from Aberdeen to Shap240.9 mi
4h 14m
£61–88

Aberdeen to Shap by train and bus

16Weekly Services

6h 25mAverage Duration

£27Cheapest Price

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Distance: 255.5 mi
Duration: 6h 25m

What companies run services between Aberdeen, Scotland and Shap, England?

You can take a train from Aberdeen to Market Square via Haymarket, Penrith North Lakes, and Rail Station in around 6h 25m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Union Square Bus Station to Market Square via Buchanan Bus Station, Halston Hotel, Carlisle, Penrith North Lakes, and Rail Station in around 8h 35m.

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