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

The cheapest way to get from Shap to Kirkby is to drive which costs £22 - £35 and takes 1h 28m.

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

The fastest way to get from Shap to Kirkby is to drive which takes 1h 28m and costs £22 - £35.

How far is it from Shap to Kirkby?

The distance between Shap and Kirkby is 120 miles. The road distance is 89.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Shap to Kirkby without a car is to train and line 375 bus which takes 3h 51m and costs £21 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 3h 51m to get from Shap to Kirkby, including transfers.

Can I drive from Shap to Kirkby?

Yes, the driving distance between Shap to Kirkby is 89 miles. It takes approximately 1h 28m to drive from Shap to Kirkby.

Where can I stay near Kirkby?

There are 2367+ hotels available in Kirkby.

Shap to Kirkby - 3 ways to travel via train, line 375 bus, line 19 bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Shap to Kirkby by train, bus, or car

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Train, line 375 bus
best
1. Take the train from Penrith North Lakes to Wigan North WesternGlasgow Central - Rugby / ...
2. Take the bus from Wigan Rail Stations to Concourse375 / ...
3h 51m
£21–104
Train, line 19 bus
1. Take the train from Penrith North Lakes to Liverpool Lime StreetGlasgow Central - Liverpool Lime Street
2. Take the bus from Queen Square Bus Station to Kirkby Bus Station19 / ...
4h 20m
£28–57
Drive 88.8 mi
1. Drive from Shap to Kirkby88.8 mi
1h 28m
£23–32

Shap to Kirkby by bus and train

16Weekly Services

3h 51mAverage Duration

£21Cheapest Price

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Distance: 119.1 mi
Duration: 3h 51m

What companies run services between Shap, England and Kirkby, Knowsley, England?

There is no direct connection from Shap to Kirkby. However, you can take the bus to Rail Station, walk to Penrith North Lakes, take the train to Wigan North Western, walk to Wigan Rail Stations, take the line 375 bus to Concourse, then take the line 319 bus to Kirkby Bus Station. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Market Square to Kirkby Bus Station via Rail Station, Penrith North Lakes, Liverpool Lime Street, and Queen Square Bus Station in around 4h 20m.

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