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

The cheapest way to get from Rugby to Shap is to drive which costs £45 - £70 and takes 3h 11m.

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

The fastest way to get from Rugby to Shap is to drive which takes 3h 11m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct train between Rugby and Shap?

No, there is no direct train from Rugby to Shap. However, there are services departing from Rugby and arriving at Penrith North Lakes via Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 37m.

How far is it from Rugby to Shap?

The distance between Rugby and Shap is 209 miles. The road distance is 196.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Rugby to Shap without a car is to train which takes 3h 37m and costs £90 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 3h 37m to get from Rugby to Shap, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rugby to Shap train from?

Rugby to Shap train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Rugby station.

Where does the Rugby to Shap train arrive?

Rugby to Shap train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Crewe station.

Can I drive from Rugby to Shap?

Yes, the driving distance between Rugby to Shap is 197 miles. It takes approximately 3h 11m to drive from Rugby to Shap.

Where can I stay near Shap?

There are 2690+ hotels available in Shap.

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

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There are 4 ways to get from Rugby to Shap by train, car, or bus

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Rugby to Crewetrain London Euston - Glasgow Central / ...
2. Take the train from Crewe to Penrith North Lakestrain London Euston - Edinburgh / ...
3h 37m
£90–168
Drive 195.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Rugby to Shapcar 195.5 mi
3h 11m
£48–69
Train, line 106 bus
1. Take the train from Rugby to Manchester Piccadillytrain
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Oxenholme Lake Districttrain
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Market Squarebus 106
5h 32m
Train, bus, line 106 bus
1. Take the train from Rugby to Manchester Piccadillytrain
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Carnforthtrain
3. Take the bus from Railway Station to Bus Stationbus 555 / ...
4. Take the bus from Bus Station to Market Squarebus 106
6h 38m

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Distance: 208.2 mi
Duration: 3h 37m

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

You can take a train from Rugby to Shap via Crewe and Penrith North Lakes in around 3h 37m.

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