What is the cheapest way to get from Cowes to Shanklin?

The cheapest way to get from Cowes to Shanklin is to drive which costs £3 - £5 and takes 23 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Cowes to Shanklin?

The fastest way to get from Cowes to Shanklin is to taxi which takes 23 min and costs £30 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Cowes and Shanklin?

No, there is no direct bus from Cowes to Shanklin. However, there are services departing from Co-op and arriving at Tile House via Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 15m.

How far is it from Cowes to Shanklin?

The distance between Cowes and Shanklin is 16 miles. The road distance is 13.7 miles.

How do I travel from Cowes to Shanklin without a car?

The best way to get from Cowes to Shanklin without a car is to line 1 bus and line 2 bus which takes 1h 15m and costs £3 - £6.

How long does it take to get from Cowes to Shanklin?

It takes approximately 1h 15m to get from Cowes to Shanklin, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cowes to Shanklin bus from?

Cowes to Shanklin bus services, operated by Southern Vectis, depart from Co-op station.

Where does the Cowes to Shanklin bus arrive?

Cowes to Shanklin bus services, operated by Southern Vectis, arrive at Bus Station.

Can I drive from Cowes to Shanklin?

Yes, the driving distance between Cowes to Shanklin is 14 miles. It takes approximately 23 min to drive from Cowes to Shanklin.

Where can I stay near Shanklin?

There are 1820+ hotels available in Shanklin.

Cowes to Shanklin - 5 ways to travel via train, line 1 bus, line 2 bus

There are 5 ways to get from Cowes to Shanklin by bus, taxi, car, or train

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

Line 1 bus, line 2 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Co-op to Bus Station1 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Tile House2
1h 15m
£4–6
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Cowes to Shanklin13.6 mi
23 min
£30–40
Drive 13.6 mi
1. Drive from Cowes to Shanklin13.6 mi
23 min
£4–5
Line 4 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Well Road to Transport Interchange4
2. Take the train from Ryde Esplanade to ShanklinRyde Pier Head - Shanklin
1h 25m
£6–9
Line 1 bus, line 3 bus
1. Take the bus from Co-op to Bus Station1 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Youth Centre2 / ...
1h 29m
£4–6

Cowes to Shanklin by bus

242Weekly Buses

1h 15mAverage Duration

£4Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 15.6 mi
Duration: 1h 15m

What companies run services between Cowes, England and Shanklin, England?

You can take a bus from Co-op to Tile House via Bus Station in around 1h 15m.

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