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

The cheapest way to get from Oldham to Shap is to drive which costs £21 - £35 and takes 1h 53m.

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

The fastest way to get from Oldham to Shap is to drive which takes 1h 53m and costs £21 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Oldham and Shap?

No, there is no direct bus from Oldham to Shap. However, there are services departing from John Street and arriving at Market Square via Manchester Central Coach Station and Rail Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 53m.

How far is it from Oldham to Shap?

The distance between Oldham and Shap is 122 miles. The road distance is 85.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Oldham to Shap without a car is to tram and train and bus which takes 4h 33m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 4h 33m to get from Oldham to Shap, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Oldham to Shap bus from?

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

Where does the Oldham to Shap bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Oldham to Shap?

Yes, the driving distance between Oldham to Shap is 86 miles. It takes approximately 1h 53m to drive from Oldham to Shap.

Where can I stay near Shap?

There are 2565+ hotels available in Shap.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Oldham to Shap by tram, 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.

Tram, train, bus
best
1. Take the tram from Oldham King Street to Deansgate-Castlefield
2. Take the train from Deansgate to Preston
3. Take the train from Preston to Penrith North Lakes
4. Take the bus from Rail Station to Market Square106
4h 33m
Drive 85.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Oldham to Shap85.2 mi
1h 53m
£22–31
Bus
1. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Rail Station590
5h 53m
£24–40
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Penrith North LakesManchester Airport - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the bus from Rail Station to Market Square106
4h 54m

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 121.2 mi
Duration: 4h 33m

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

National Express operates a bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Rail Station 4 times a day. Tickets cost £24–40 and the journey takes 2h 30m.

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