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

The cheapest way to get from Bristol to Shap is to bus which costs £30 - £65 and takes 9h 9m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bristol to Shap is to drive which takes 3h 59m and costs £60 - £90.

Is there a direct bus between Bristol and Shap?

No, there is no direct bus from Bristol station to Shap. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Market Square via Hanover Street, Manchester Central Coach Station and Rail Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 9m.

How far is it from Bristol to Shap?

The distance between Bristol and Shap is 277 miles. The road distance is 248.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bristol to Shap without a car is to train via Birmingham which takes 6h 54m and costs £40 - £200.

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

It takes approximately 6h 54m to get from Bristol to Shap, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bristol to Shap bus from?

Bristol to Shap bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Bus Station.

Train or bus from Bristol to Shap?

The best way to get from Bristol to Shap is to train via Birmingham which takes 6h 54m and costs £40 - £200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £65 and takes 9h 9m.

Where does the Bristol to Shap bus arrive?

Bristol to Shap bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Shudehill Interchange station.

Can I drive from Bristol to Shap?

Yes, the driving distance between Bristol to Shap is 249 miles. It takes approximately 3h 59m to drive from Bristol to Shap.

Where can I stay near Shap?

There are 2566+ hotels available in Shap.

Bristol to Shap - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Bristol 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 via Birmingham
best
1. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Birmingham New Street
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Preston
3. Take the train from Preston to Penrith North Lakes
6h 54m
£41–193
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Shudehill InterchangeUk071
2. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Rail Station590
9h 9m
£32–63
Drive 247.4 mi
1. Drive from Bristol to Shap247.4 mi
3h 59m
£62–89
Train
1. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Manchester PiccadillyBristol Temple Meads - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Penrith North LakesManchester Airport - Edinburgh / ...
7h 8m
£59–193
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bristol Bus Station to Manchester, Shudehill Interchange
2. Take the train from Deansgate to Carnforth
3. Take the bus from Railway Station to Morrisons552
10h 21m

Bristol to Shap by train and bus

12Weekly Services

6h 54mAverage Duration

£41Cheapest Price

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Distance: 275 mi
Duration: 6h 54m

What companies run services between Bristol, England and Shap, England?

You can take a train from Bristol Temple Meads to Market Square via Birmingham New Street, Preston, Penrith North Lakes, and Rail Station in around 6h 54m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Market Square via Shudehill Interchange, Hanover Street, Charlotte Street, Manchester Central Coach Station, and Rail Station in around 9h 9m.

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