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

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Shap is to bus and line 104 bus which costs £20 - £50 and takes 5h 19m.

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

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Shap is to drive which takes 2h 25m and costs £29 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh and Shap?

No, there is no direct bus from Edinburgh station to Shap. However, there are services departing from Edinburgh, Bus Station and arriving at Market Square via Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 19m.

How far is it from Edinburgh to Shap?

The distance between Edinburgh and Shap is 131 miles. The road distance is 122.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Shap without a car is to train and line 106 bus which takes 3h 6m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 3h 6m to get from Edinburgh to Shap, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Shap bus from?

Edinburgh to Shap bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Edinburgh, Bus Station.

Where does the Edinburgh to Shap bus arrive?

Edinburgh to Shap bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Bus Station.

Can I drive from Edinburgh to Shap?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh to Shap is 122 miles. It takes approximately 2h 25m to drive from Edinburgh to Shap.

Where can I stay near Shap?

There are 2552+ hotels available in Shap.

Edinburgh to Shap - 3 ways to travel via train, line 106 bus, and bus

There are 3 ways to get from Edinburgh to Shap by train, bus, or car

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Train, line 106 bus
best
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Penrith North Lakestrain Edinburgh - Manchester Airport / ...
2. Take the bus from Rail Station to Coopbus 106
3h 6m
Bus, line 104 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 594
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 104
5h 19m
£21–48
Drive 121.7 mi
1. Drive from Edinburgh to Shapcar 121.7 mi
2h 25m
£30–43

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 130.6 mi
Duration: 3h 6m

What companies run services between Edinburgh, Scotland and Shap, England?

You can take a bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Market Square via Bus Station and Bus Station in around 5h 19m.

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