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

The cheapest way to get from Coventry to Shap is to bus which costs £14 - £35 and takes 8h 47m.

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

The fastest way to get from Coventry to Shap is to drive which takes 2h 59m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Coventry and Shap?

No, there is no direct bus from Coventry to Shap. However, there are services departing from Belgrade Theatre and arriving at Market Square via Birmingham Coach Station and Rail Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 47m.

How far is it from Coventry to Shap?

The distance between Coventry and Shap is 206 miles. The road distance is 184.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Coventry to Shap without a car is to train which takes 5h 5m and costs £24 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 5h 5m to get from Coventry to Shap, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Coventry to Shap bus from?

Coventry to Shap bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Birmingham Coach Station.

Train or bus from Coventry to Shap?

The best way to get from Coventry to Shap is to train which takes 5h 5m and costs £24 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £14 - £35 and takes 8h 47m.

Where does the Coventry to Shap bus arrive?

Coventry to Shap bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Rail Station.

Can I drive from Coventry to Shap?

Yes, the driving distance between Coventry to Shap is 184 miles. It takes approximately 2h 59m to drive from Coventry to Shap.

Where can I stay near Shap?

There are 2565+ hotels available in Shap.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Coventry 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 Coventry to PrestonRugby - Glasgow Central / ...
2. Take the train from Preston to Penrith North LakesLondon Euston - Glasgow Central / ...
5h 5m
£25–116
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Rail Station590
8h 47m
£15–32
Drive 183.1 mi
1. Drive from Coventry to Shap183.1 mi
2h 59m
£46–67
Train via Manchester
1. Take the train from Coventry to Manchester PiccadillyBournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Penrith North LakesManchester Airport - Edinburgh / ...
6h 8m
£59–214
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Coventry to Manchester Piccadilly
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Carnforth
3. Take the bus from Railway Station to Morrisons552
8h 20m

Coventry to Shap by train and bus

16Weekly Services

5h 5mAverage Duration

£25Cheapest Price

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Distance: 204.7 mi
Duration: 5h 5m

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

You can take a train from Coventry to Market Square via Preston, Penrith North Lakes, and Rail Station in around 5h 5m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Rail Station 4 times a day. Tickets cost £12–28 and the journey takes 4h 50m.

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