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 12m.

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 243 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 which takes 6h 55m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 6h 55m 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 34m and costs £40 - £95. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £27 - £50 and takes 8h 12m.

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 2566+ hotels available in Shap.

Fort William to Shap - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 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
best
1. Take the bus from An Aird One to Buchanan Bus StationE5
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Penrith North LakesGlasgow Central - Rugby / ...
6h 55m
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Buchanan Bus Station915 / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Halston HotelUkn31
8h 12m
£27–47
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 34m
£42–92
Drive 226.9 mi
1. Drive from Fort William to Shap226.9 mi
4h 12m
£56–81

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Fort William to Shap.

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Distance: 241.2 mi
Duration: 6h 55m

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

You can take a train from Fort William to Coop via Glasgow Queen Street, Glasgow Central, Penrith North Lakes, and Rail Station in around 7h 34m. 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 12m.

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