What is the cheapest way to get from Pooley Bridge to Shap?

The cheapest way to get from Pooley Bridge to Shap is to drive which costs £2 - £4 and takes 15 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Pooley Bridge to Shap?

The fastest way to get from Pooley Bridge to Shap is to taxi which takes 15 min and costs £26 - £32.

Is there a direct bus between Pooley Bridge and Shap?

No, there is no direct bus from Pooley Bridge to Shap. However, there are services departing from Ullswater Guest House and arriving at Abbey Road via Queens Head. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 36m.

How far is it from Pooley Bridge to Shap?

The distance between Pooley Bridge and Shap is 13 miles. The road distance is 11.4 miles.

How do I travel from Pooley Bridge to Shap without a car?

The best way to get from Pooley Bridge to Shap without a car is to bus which takes 1h 36m and costs £4 - £16.

How long does it take to get from Pooley Bridge to Shap?

It takes approximately 1h 36m to get from Pooley Bridge to Shap, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Pooley Bridge to Shap bus from?

Pooley Bridge to Shap bus services, operated by Stagecoach Cumbria & North Lancashire, depart from Queens Head station.

Where does the Pooley Bridge to Shap bus arrive?

Pooley Bridge to Shap bus services, operated by Stagecoach Cumbria & North Lancashire, arrive at Abbey Road station.

Can I drive from Pooley Bridge to Shap?

Yes, the driving distance between Pooley Bridge to Shap is 11 miles. It takes approximately 15 min to drive from Pooley Bridge to Shap.

Where can I stay near Shap?

There are 2654+ hotels available in Shap.

Pooley Bridge to Shap - 5 ways to travel via bus, taxi, car, and line 508 bus

There are 5 ways to get from Pooley Bridge to Shap by bus, taxi, 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.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Queens Head to Abbey Roadbus S11
1h 36m
£5–15
Drive 11.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Pooley Bridge to Shapcar 11.3 mi
15 min
£3–4
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Pooley Bridge to Shaptaxi 11.3 mi
15 min
£26–32
Line 508 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Ullswater Guest House to Bus Stationbus 508 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Market Squarebus 106
1h 53m
£5–15
Line 508 bus, line 106 bus
1. Take the bus from Ullswater Guest House to Rail Stationbus 508 / ...
2. Take the bus from Rail Station to Market Squarebus 106
2h 3m

Pooley Bridge to Shap by bus

5Weekly Buses

1h 36mAverage Duration

£5Cheapest Price

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Distance: 13.1 mi
Duration: 1h 36m

What companies run services between Pooley Bridge, England and Shap, England?

Stagecoach Cumbria & North Lancashire operates a bus from Queens Head to Abbey Road 5 times a week. Tickets cost £3–8 and the journey takes 30 min.

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