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

The cheapest way to get from Shap to Durham is to drive which costs £15 - £22 and takes 1h 19m.

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

The fastest way to get from Shap to Durham is to drive which takes 1h 19m and costs £15 - £22.

Is there a direct train between Shap and Durham?

No, there is no direct train from Shap to Durham. However, there are services departing from Penrith North Lakes and arriving at Durham via Carlisle and Newcastle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 38m.

How far is it from Shap to Durham?

The distance between Shap and Durham is 103 miles. The road distance is 62 miles.

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

The best way to get from Shap to Durham without a car is to train which takes 2h 38m and costs £55 - £100.

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

It takes approximately 2h 38m to get from Shap to Durham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Shap to Durham train from?

Shap to Durham train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Carlisle station.

Where does the Shap to Durham train arrive?

Shap to Durham train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Newcastle station.

Can I drive from Shap to Durham?

Yes, the driving distance between Shap to Durham is 62 miles. It takes approximately 1h 19m to drive from Shap to Durham.

Where can I stay near Durham?

There are 1842+ hotels available in Durham.

Shap to Durham - 4 ways to travel via train, line 684 bus, bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Carlisle to Newcastletrain Carlisle - Newcastle / ...
2h 38m
£56–96
Drive 61.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Shap to Durhamcar 61.6 mi
1h 19m
£16–22
Train, line 684 bus, bus
1. Take the train from Carlisle to Hexhamtrain
2. Take the bus from Railway Station to Eldon Square Bus Stationbus 684 / ...
3. Take the bus from Eldon Square Bus Station to Bus Station Stand Hbus X21 / ...
5h 29m
Line 104 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to STAND A - English Streetbus 104
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Newcastletrain Carlisle - Newcastle / ...
3h 47m
£28–59

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Distance: 102.4 mi
Duration: 2h 38m

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

Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Carlisle to Newcastle hourly. Tickets cost £24–45 and the journey takes 1h 23m. London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) also services this route 4 times a day.

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