What is the cheapest way to get from Fort William to Shap?

The cheapest way to get from Fort William to Shap is to bus which costs £27 - £50 and takes 8h 21m.

What is the fastest way to get from Fort William to Shap?

The fastest way to get from Fort William to Shap is to drive which takes 4h 12m and costs £55 - £85.

How far is it from Fort William to Shap?

The distance between Fort William and Shap is 234 miles. The road distance is 228.3 miles.

How do I travel from Fort William to Shap without a car?

The best way to get from Fort William to Shap without a car is to bus and train via Glasgow which takes 7h 5m and costs £30 - £75.

How long does it take to get from Fort William to Shap?

It takes approximately 7h 5m to get from Fort William to Shap, including transfers.

Train or bus from Fort William to Shap?

The best way to get from Fort William to Shap is to train which takes 7h 38m and costs £40 - £95. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £27 - £50 and takes 8h 21m.

Can I drive from Fort William to Shap?

Yes, the driving distance between Fort William to Shap is 228 miles. It takes approximately 4h 12m to drive from Fort William to Shap.

Where can I stay near Shap?

There are 2567+ hotels available in Shap.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Fort William to Shap by bus, train, 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.

Bus, train via Glasgow
best
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Buchanan Bus Station914 / ...
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Penrith North LakesGlasgow Central - Rugby / ...
7h 5m
£32–72
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Buchanan Bus Station914 / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Halston HotelUkn31
8h 21m
£27–49
Train
1. Take the train from Fort William to Glasgow Queen StreetMallaig - Glasgow Queen Street
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Penrith North LakesGlasgow Central - Rugby / ...
7h 38m
£43–92
Drive 226.9 mi
1. Drive from Fort William to Shap226.9 mi
4h 12m
£57–83
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from An Aird One to Haymarket StationE4 / ...
2. Take the train from Haymarket to Penrith North LakesEdinburgh - Manchester Airport / ...
7h 48m

Fort William to Shap by bus, foot, and train

16Weekly Services

7h 5mAverage Duration

£32Cheapest Price

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Distance: 232.8 mi
Duration: 7h 5m

What companies run services between Fort William, Scotland and Shap, England?

You can take a train from Fort William to Market Square via Glasgow Queen Street, Glasgow Central, Penrith North Lakes, and Rail Station in around 7h 38m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Market Square via Buchanan Bus Station, Halston Hotel, Carlisle, Penrith North Lakes, and Rail Station in around 8h 21m.

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