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

The cheapest way to get from Holyhead to Shap is to drive which costs £45 - £70 and takes 3h 14m.

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

The fastest way to get from Holyhead to Shap is to drive which takes 3h 14m and costs £45 - £70.

How far is it from Holyhead to Shap?

The distance between Holyhead and Shap is 213 miles. The road distance is 191.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Holyhead to Shap without a car is to train which takes 6h 28m and costs £22 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 6h 28m to get from Holyhead to Shap, including transfers.

Can I drive from Holyhead to Shap?

Yes, the driving distance between Holyhead to Shap is 191 miles. It takes approximately 3h 14m to drive from Holyhead to Shap.

Where can I stay near Shap?

There are 2563+ hotels available in Shap.

Holyhead to Shap - 3 ways to travel via train, car, and bus

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

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 Holyhead to ChesterHolyhead - Birmingham International / ...
2. Take the train from Warrington Bank Quay to Penrith North LakesLondon Euston - Glasgow Central / ...
6h 28m
£22–106
Drive 190 mi
1. Drive from Holyhead to Shap190 mi
3h 14m
£48–69
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Holyhead to Chester
2. Take the bus from Railway Station to Hood street1 / ...
3. Take the train from Liverpool Lime Street to Penrith North Lakes
8h 18m
£40–72

Holyhead to Shap by train and bus

16Weekly Services

6h 28mAverage Duration

£22Cheapest Price

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Distance: 211.9 mi
Duration: 6h 28m

What companies run services between Holyhead, Wales and Shap, England?

You can take a train from Holyhead to Market Square via Chester, Warrington Bank Quay, Penrith North Lakes, and Rail Station in around 6h 28m.

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