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How to get fromConiston Water to Shapby bus, train, car or taxi

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There are 3 ways to get from Coniston Water to Shap by bus, train, car, or taxi

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  1. Bus, train

    best
    1. Take the bus from The Crown to Ramsden SquarebusX7
    2. Take the train from Barrow-in-Furness to Lancastertrain
    3. Take the train from Lancaster to Penrith North Lakestrain
    5h 48m

  2. Drive 32.7 mi

    cheapest
    1. Drive from Coniston to Shapcar32.7 mi
    44 min
    £9–12

  3. Taxi

    1. Take the taxi from Coniston to Shaptaxi32.7 mi
    44 min
    £70–85

Questions & Answers

What companies run services between Coniston Water, England and Shap, England?

There is no direct connection from Coniston Water to Shap. However, you can take the bus to Ramsden Square, walk to Barrow-in-Furness, take the train to Lancaster, take the train to Penrith North Lakes, walk to Rail Station, then take the bus to Market Square. Alternatively, you can drive from Coniston to Shap in around 44 min.

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