Rome2Rio

How to get fromShap to Barrow in Furnessby bus, train, car or taxi

Find Transport to Barrow in Furness

See all options

There are 4 ways to get from Shap to Barrow in Furness by bus, train, car, or taxi

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

  1. Bus, train

    best
    1. Take the bus from Market Square to Rail Stationbus106
    2. Take the train from Penrith North Lakes to Lancastertrain
    3. Take the train from Lancaster to Barrow-in-Furnesstrain
    3h 6m

  2. Drive 44.7 mi

    cheapest
    1. Drive from Shap to Barrow in Furnesscar44.7 mi
    1h 2m
    £12–17

  3. Bus, train via Blackhall Road

    1. Take the bus from Market Square to Bus Stationbus106
    2. Take the bus from Blackhall Road to Railway Stationbus552
    3. Take the train from Carnforth to Barrow-in-Furnesstrain
    4h 27m

  4. Taxi

    1. Take the taxi from Shap to Barrow in Furnesstaxi44.7 mi
    1h 2m
    £90–120

Questions & Answers

What companies run services between Shap, England and Barrow in Furness, England?

There is no direct connection from Shap to Barrow in Furness. However, you can take the bus to Rail Station, walk to Penrith North Lakes, take the train to Lancaster, then take the train to Barrow-in-Furness. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Market Square to Barrow-in-Furness via Blackhall Road, Railway Station, and Carnforth in around 4h 27m.

Transport is disrupted due to the Russia-Ukraine war. Read more

Train operators
Bus operators
Other operators

Want to know more about travelling around United Kingdom

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.

Related travel guides

Trips from Shap

Trips to Barrow in Furness

Popular routes