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 £23 - £40 and takes 4h 4m.

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 35m 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 Market Square via Rail Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 4m.

How far is it from Manchester to Shap?

The distance between Manchester and Shap is 116 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 and line 106 bus which takes 3h 7m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 3h 7m 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 does the Manchester to Shap bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Manchester to Shap?

Yes, the driving distance between Manchester to Shap is 91 miles. It takes approximately 1h 35m to drive from Manchester to Shap.

Where can I stay near Shap?

There are 2543+ hotels available in Shap.

Manchester to Shap - 4 ways to travel via train, line 106 bus, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Manchester 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, line 106 bus
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Penrith North Lakestrain Manchester Airport - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the bus from Rail Station to Coopbus 106
3h 7m
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Rail Stationbus 590
4h 4m
£23–40
Drive 90.5 mi
1. Drive from Manchester to Shapcar 90.5 mi
1h 35m
£23–32
Train, line 555 bus, bus
1. Take the train from Deansgate to Lancastertrain
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 555
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Market Squarebus 106
4h 45m

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Manchester to Shap.

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Distance: 114.9 mi
Duration: 3h 7m

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

National Express operates a bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Rail Station twice daily. Tickets cost £23–40 and the journey takes 2h 30m.

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