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

The cheapest way to get from Hull to Shap is to drive which costs £30 - £50 and takes 2h 44m.

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

The fastest way to get from Hull to Shap is to drive which takes 2h 44m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Hull and Shap?

No, there is no direct bus from Hull to Shap. However, there are services departing from Hull Interchange and arriving at Market Square via Leeds City Bus Station, La Mexxaluna and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 42m.

How far is it from Hull to Shap?

The distance between Hull and Shap is 197 miles. The road distance is 132.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Hull to Shap without a car is to train via Preston which takes 5h 53m and costs £23 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 5h 53m to get from Hull to Shap, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Hull to Shap bus from?

Hull to Shap bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Hull Interchange station.

Train or bus from Hull to Shap?

The best way to get from Hull to Shap is to train via Preston which takes 5h 53m and costs £23 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 8h 42m.

Where does the Hull to Shap bus arrive?

Hull to Shap bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Leeds City Bus & Coach Station.

Can I drive from Hull to Shap?

Yes, the driving distance between Hull to Shap is 133 miles. It takes approximately 2h 44m to drive from Hull to Shap.

Where can I stay near Shap?

There are 2534+ hotels available in Shap.

Hull to Shap - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and Steam train

There are 5 ways to get from Hull 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 via Preston
best
1. Take the train from Hull to Leedstrain
2. Take the train from Leeds to Prestontrain
3. Take the train from Preston to Penrith North Lakestrain
5h 53m
£24–123
Bus
1. Take the bus from Hull Interchange to Leeds City Bus & Coach Stationbus 561 / ...
2. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus Station to Halston Hotelbus Ukn31
8h 42m
Drive 131.9 mi
1. Drive from Hull to Shapcar 131.9 mi
2h 44m
£33–47
Train
1. Take the train from Hull to Leedstrain Hull - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
2. Take the train from Leeds to Carlisletrain Leeds - Carlisle / ...
7h 29m
£29–114
Bus, Steam train
1. Take the bus from Trafalgar Street to Rail Stationbus X46 / ...
2. Take the train from York to Carlisletrain The Dalesman East
11h 15m

Hull to Shap by train and bus

4Weekly Services

5h 53mAverage Duration

£24Cheapest Price

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Distance: 195.9 mi
Duration: 5h 53m

What companies run services between Hull, England and Shap, England?

You can take a train from Hull to Coop via Leeds, Preston, Penrith North Lakes, and Rail Station in around 5h 53m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Hull Interchange to Market Square via Leeds City Bus & Coach Station, Leeds City Bus Station, Halston Hotel, La Mexxaluna, and Bus Station in around 8h 42m.

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