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

The cheapest way to get from Penrith to Shap is to drive which costs £2 - £4 and takes 16 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Penrith to Shap is to taxi which takes 16 min and costs £25 - £30.

Is there a direct bus between Penrith and Shap?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Bus Station station and arriving at Market Square. Services depart five times a day, and operate Monday to Saturday. The journey takes approximately 35 min.

How far is it from Penrith to Shap?

The distance between Penrith and Shap is 12 miles. The road distance is 10.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Penrith to Shap without a car is to bus which takes 35 min and costs £3 - £8.

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

The bus from Bus Station to Market Square takes 35 min including transfers and departs five times a day.

Where do I catch the Penrith to Shap bus from?

Penrith to Shap bus services, operated by Stagecoach Cumbria & North Lancashire, depart from Bus Station.

Where does the Penrith to Shap bus arrive?

Penrith to Shap bus services, operated by Stagecoach Cumbria & North Lancashire, arrive at Market Square station.

Can I drive from Penrith to Shap?

Yes, the driving distance between Penrith to Shap is 11 miles. It takes approximately 16 min to drive from Penrith to Shap.

Where can I stay near Shap?

There are 2644+ hotels available in Shap.

Penrith to Shap - 3 ways to travel via bus, taxi, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Penrith to Shap by bus, taxi, or car

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Penrith to Shap by bus

34Weekly Buses

35 minAverage Duration

£3Cheapest Price

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Distance: 11.8 mi
Duration: 35 min

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

Stagecoach Cumbria & North Lancashire operates a bus from Bus Station to Market Square 3 times a day. Tickets cost £3–8 and the journey takes 35 min. Two other operators also service this route.

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