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

The cheapest way to get from Shap to Bolton is to line 555 bus and bus and line 125 bus which costs £14 - £22 and takes 6h 17m.

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

The fastest way to get from Shap to Bolton is to drive which takes 1h 24m and costs £19 - £28.

Is there a direct bus between Shap and Bolton?

No, there is no direct bus from Shap to Bolton. However, there are services departing from Market Square and arriving at Noel Street via Blackhall Road, Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 17m.

How far is it from Shap to Bolton?

The distance between Shap and Bolton is 85 miles. The road distance is 78 miles.

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

The best way to get from Shap to Bolton without a car is to line 106 bus and train which takes 3h 4m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 3h 4m to get from Shap to Bolton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Shap to Bolton bus from?

Shap to Bolton bus services, operated by Stagecoach Cumbria & North Lancashire, depart from Blackhall Road station.

Where does the Shap to Bolton bus arrive?

Shap to Bolton bus services, operated by Stagecoach Cumbria & North Lancashire, arrive at Bus Station.

Can I drive from Shap to Bolton?

Yes, the driving distance between Shap to Bolton is 78 miles. It takes approximately 1h 24m to drive from Shap to Bolton.

Where can I stay near Bolton?

There are 1139+ hotels available in Bolton.

Shap to Bolton - 3 ways to travel via train, line 106 bus, car

There are 3 ways to get from Shap to Bolton by bus, train, 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.

Line 106 bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Market Square to Westmorland Shopping Centrebus 106
2. Take the train from Oxenholme Lake District to Boltontrain Edinburgh - Manchester Airport / ...
3h 4m
Line 555 bus, bus, line 125 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Blackhall Road to Bus Stationbus 555
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 41 / ...
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Noel Streetbus 125
6h 17m
£14–21
Drive 77.6 mi
1. Drive from Shap to Boltoncar 77.6 mi
1h 24m
£19–28

Shap to Bolton by bus

6Weekly Buses

6h 17mAverage Duration

£14Cheapest Price

See schedules

Questions & Answers

Launch map view

Distance: 84.5 mi
Duration: 3h 4m

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

You can take a bus from Market Square to Noel Street via Blackhall Road, Bus Station, and Bus Station in around 6h 17m.

Train operators

Bus 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.