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

The cheapest way to get from Manchester to Shap is to bus which costs £21 - £50 and takes 4h 8m.

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

The fastest way to get from Manchester to Shap is to drive which takes 1h 36m and costs £22 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Manchester and Shap?

No, there is no direct bus from Manchester station to Shap. However, there are services departing from Manchester Central Coach Station and arriving at Abbey Road via Queen Elizabeth Grammar School. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 8m.

Is there a direct train between Manchester and Shap?

No, there is no direct train from Manchester to Shap. However, there are services departing from Manchester Piccadilly and arriving at Penrith North Lakes via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 54m.

How far is it from Manchester to Shap?

The distance between Manchester and Shap is 114 miles. The road distance is 91 miles.

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

The best way to get from Manchester to Shap without a car is to train which takes 1h 54m and costs £60 - £95.

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

It takes approximately 1h 54m to get from Manchester to Shap, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Shap bus from?

Manchester to Shap bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Manchester Central Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Shap train from?

Manchester to Shap train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.

Train or bus from Manchester to Shap?

The best way to get from Manchester to Shap is to train which takes 1h 54m and costs £60 - £95. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £21 - £50 and takes 4h 8m.

Where does the Manchester to Shap bus arrive?

Manchester to Shap bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Rail Station.

Where does the Manchester to Shap train arrive?

Manchester to Shap train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Penrith North Lakes station.

Can I drive from Manchester to Shap?

Yes, the driving distance between Manchester to Shap is 91 miles. It takes approximately 1h 36m to drive from Manchester to Shap.

Where can I stay near Shap?

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Penrith North Lakestrain Manchester Airport - Edinburgh / ...
1h 54m
£63–95
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Rail Stationbus 590
2. Take the bus from Queen Elizabeth Grammar School to Abbey Roadbus S11
4h 8m
£22–47
Drive 90.5 mi
1. Drive from Manchester to Shapcar 90.5 mi
1h 36m
£22–32

Manchester to Shap by bus

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Distance: 113.7 mi
Duration: 1h 54m

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

TransPennine Express operates a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Penrith North Lakes hourly. Tickets cost £35–65 and the journey takes 1h 39m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Abbey Road via Rail Station and Queen Elizabeth Grammar School in around 4h 8m.

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