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

The cheapest way to get from Cheltenham to Shap is to bus which costs £27 - £60 and takes 9h 47m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cheltenham to Shap is to drive which takes 3h 23m and costs £50 - £80.

Is there a direct bus between Cheltenham and Shap?

No, there is no direct bus from Cheltenham to Shap. However, there are services departing from Promenade and arriving at Market Square via Arle Court Transport Hub, Birmingham Coach Station and Rail Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 47m.

How far is it from Cheltenham to Shap?

The distance between Cheltenham and Shap is 232 miles. The road distance is 210.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cheltenham to Shap without a car is to train via Birmingham which takes 6h 14m and costs £35 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 6h 14m to get from Cheltenham to Shap, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cheltenham to Shap bus from?

Cheltenham to Shap bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Arle Court Transport Hub station.

Train or bus from Cheltenham to Shap?

The best way to get from Cheltenham to Shap is to train via Birmingham which takes 6h 14m and costs £35 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £27 - £60 and takes 9h 47m.

Where does the Cheltenham to Shap bus arrive?

Cheltenham to Shap bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Can I drive from Cheltenham to Shap?

Yes, the driving distance between Cheltenham to Shap is 211 miles. It takes approximately 3h 23m to drive from Cheltenham to Shap.

Where can I stay near Shap?

There are 2565+ hotels available in Shap.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Cheltenham 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 Cheltenham Spa 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 14m
£36–154
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Arle Court Transport Hub to Birmingham Coach Station100 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Rail Station590
9h 47m
£28–60
Drive 209.6 mi
1. Drive from Cheltenham to Shap209.6 mi
3h 23m
£53–76
Train
1. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Manchester PiccadillyBristol Temple Meads - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Penrith North LakesManchester Airport - Edinburgh / ...
6h 28m
£67–166

Cheltenham to Shap by train and bus

16Weekly Services

6h 14mAverage Duration

£36Cheapest Price

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Distance: 231.1 mi
Duration: 6h 14m

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

You can take a train from Cheltenham Spa to Market Square via Birmingham New Street, Preston, Penrith North Lakes, and Rail Station in around 6h 14m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Promenade to Market Square via Arle Court Transport Hub, Birmingham Coach Station, and Rail Station in around 9h 47m.

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