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

The cheapest way to get from Shap to Darlington is to drive which costs £12 - £19 and takes 1h 9m.

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

The fastest way to get from Shap to Darlington is to drive which takes 1h 9m and costs £12 - £19.

Is there a direct bus between Shap and Darlington?

No, there is no direct bus from Shap to Darlington. However, there are services departing from Market Square and arriving at Tubwell Row via Classic Coaches bus depot and Galgate - Commercial Hotel. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 41m.

How far is it from Shap to Darlington?

The distance between Shap and Darlington is 126 miles. The road distance is 53.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Shap to Darlington without a car is to train which takes 3h 33m and costs £16 - £45.

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

It takes approximately 3h 33m to get from Shap to Darlington, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Shap to Darlington bus from?

Shap to Darlington bus services, operated by Cumbria Classic Coaches, depart from Classic Coaches bus depot station.

Train or bus from Shap to Darlington?

The best way to get from Shap to Darlington is to train which takes 3h 33m and costs £16 - £45. Alternatively, you can bus and line 84 bus, which costs and takes 4h 41m.

Where does the Shap to Darlington bus arrive?

Shap to Darlington bus services, operated by Cumbria Classic Coaches, arrive at Galgate - Stand B station.

Can I drive from Shap to Darlington?

Yes, the driving distance between Shap to Darlington is 53 miles. It takes approximately 1h 9m to drive from Shap to Darlington.

Where can I stay near Darlington?

There are 1317+ hotels available in Darlington.

Shap to Darlington - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, line 84 bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Shap to Darlington by train, bus, 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.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Carlisle to Newcastletrain Carlisle - Newcastle / ...
2. Take the train from Newcastle to Darlingtontrain Newcastle - London Kings Cross / ...
3h 33m
£16–43
Drive 53.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Shap to Darlingtoncar 53.1 mi
1h 9m
£13–19
Bus, line 84 bus
1. Take the bus from Classic Coaches bus depot to Galgate - Stand Bbus 572
2. Take the bus from Galgate - Commercial Hotel to Tubwell Rowbus 84
4h 41m
Line 104 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Wetherspoonsbus 104
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Darlingtontrain Carlisle - Saltburn
4h 56m
£31–50
Line 106 bus, bus, line 84 bus
1. Take the bus from Market Square to Bus Stationbus 106 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Galgate - Commercial Hotelbus 572
3. Take the bus from Galgate - Commercial Hotel to Tubwell Rowbus 84
5h 46m

Shap to Darlington by bus and train

8Weekly Services

3h 33mAverage Duration

£16Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Shap to Darlington.

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Distance: 125.5 mi
Duration: 3h 33m

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

You can take a bus from Market Square to Darlington via Rail Station, Penrith North Lakes, Carlisle, and Newcastle in around 3h 33m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Market Square to Tubwell Row via Classic Coaches bus depot and Galgate - Commercial Hotel in around 4h 41m.

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