What is the cheapest way to get from Cradley Heath to Shap?

The cheapest way to get from Cradley Heath to Shap is to bus which costs £15 - £45 and takes 8h 38m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cradley Heath to Shap?

The fastest way to get from Cradley Heath to Shap is to drive which takes 2h 48m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Cradley Heath and Shap?

No, there is no direct bus from Cradley Heath to Shap. However, there are services departing from Central Market Hall and arriving at Market Square via Church Centre, Birmingham Coach Station and Rail Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 38m.

How far is it from Cradley Heath to Shap?

The distance between Cradley Heath and Shap is 188 miles. The road distance is 163.6 miles.

How do I travel from Cradley Heath to Shap without a car?

The best way to get from Cradley Heath to Shap without a car is to train which takes 5h 35m and costs £15 - £60.

How long does it take to get from Cradley Heath to Shap?

It takes approximately 5h 35m to get from Cradley Heath to Shap, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cradley Heath to Shap bus from?

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

Train or bus from Cradley Heath to Shap?

The best way to get from Cradley Heath to Shap is to train which takes 5h 35m and costs £15 - £60. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £15 - £45 and takes 8h 38m.

Where does the Cradley Heath to Shap bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cradley Heath to Shap?

Yes, the driving distance between Cradley Heath to Shap is 164 miles. It takes approximately 2h 48m to drive from Cradley Heath to Shap.

Where can I stay near Shap?

There are 2566+ hotels available in Shap.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Cradley Heath 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 Sandwell & Dudley to Penrith North LakesRugby - Glasgow Central / ...
5h 35m
£15–58
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Newhall St to Manchester Airport The StationUk076 / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Penrith North LakesManchester Airport - Edinburgh / ...
7h 51m
£33–60
Drive 162.7 mi
1. Drive from Cradley Heath to Shap162.7 mi
2h 48m
£40–58
Bus
1. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Rail Station590
8h 38m
£15–41

Cradley Heath to Shap by bus and train

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5h 35mAverage Duration

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Distance: 187.1 mi
Duration: 5h 35m

What companies run services between Cradley Heath, England and Shap, England?

Avanti West Coast operates a train from Sandwell & Dudley to Penrith North Lakes 5 times a day. Tickets cost £13–55 and the journey takes 2h 31m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Rail Station 4 times a day. Tickets cost £12–35 and the journey takes 4h 50m.

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