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

The cheapest way to get from Nottingham to Shap is to bus which costs £26 - £60 and takes 8h.

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

The fastest way to get from Nottingham to Shap is to drive which takes 3h 3m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Nottingham and Shap?

No, there is no direct bus from Nottingham station to Shap. However, there are services departing from Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station and arriving at Coop via Manchester Central Coach Station and Rail Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h.

How far is it from Nottingham to Shap?

The distance between Nottingham and Shap is 198 miles. The road distance is 150.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Nottingham to Shap without a car is to train which takes 5h 45m and costs £75 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 5h 45m to get from Nottingham to Shap, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Nottingham to Shap bus from?

Nottingham to Shap bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station.

Train or bus from Nottingham to Shap?

The best way to get from Nottingham to Shap is to train which takes 5h 45m and costs £75 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £26 - £60 and takes 8h.

Where does the Nottingham to Shap bus arrive?

Nottingham to Shap bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Manchester, Shudehill Interchange station.

Can I drive from Nottingham to Shap?

Yes, the driving distance between Nottingham to Shap is 150 miles. It takes approximately 3h 3m to drive from Nottingham to Shap.

Where can I stay near Shap?

There are 2568+ hotels available in Shap.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Nottingham 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
best
1. Take the train from Nottingham to Manchester Piccadillytrain Norwich - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Penrith North Lakestrain Manchester Airport - Edinburgh / ...
5h 45m
£76–125
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station to Manchester, Shudehill Interchangebus Uk079
2. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Rail Stationbus 590
8h
£27–58
Drive 149.2 mi
1. Drive from Nottingham to Shapcar 149.2 mi
3h 3m
£38–54
Train via Leeds
1. Take the train from Nottingham to Leedstrain Nottingham - Leeds
2. Take the train from Leeds to Carnforthtrain Leeds - Morecambe / ...
8h 11m
£58–108

Nottingham to Shap by train and bus

2Weekly Services

5h 45mAverage Duration

£76Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Nottingham to Shap.

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Distance: 197.3 mi
Duration: 5h 45m

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

You can take a train from Nottingham to Coop via Manchester Piccadilly, Penrith North Lakes, and Rail Station in around 5h 45m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station to Coop via Manchester, Shudehill Interchange, Manchester Central Coach Station, and Rail Station in around 8h.

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