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

The cheapest way to get from Shap to London is to bus which costs £28 - £95 and takes 11h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Shap to London is to drive which takes 4h 44m and costs £65 - £100.

Is there a direct bus between Shap and London?

No, there is no direct bus from Shap to London. However, there are services departing from Market Square and arriving at Marble Arch via Rail Station and Manchester Central Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 4m.

How far is it from Shap to London?

The distance between Shap and London is 300 miles. The road distance is 277.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Shap to London without a car is to train which takes 5h 41m and costs £75 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 5h 41m to get from Shap to London, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Shap to London bus from?

Shap to London bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Rail Station.

Train or bus from Shap to London?

The best way to get from Shap to London is to train which takes 5h 41m and costs £75 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus via Manchester, which costs £50 - £75 and takes 9h 4m.

Where does the Shap to London bus arrive?

Shap to London bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Manchester Central Coach Station.

Can I drive from Shap to London?

Yes, the driving distance between Shap to London is 277 miles. It takes approximately 4h 44m to drive from Shap to London.

Where can I stay near London?

There are 20854+ hotels available in London.

Shap to London - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 7 ways to get from Shap to London by train, bus, car, or plane

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 Penrith North Lakes to London EustonEdinburgh - London Euston / ...
5h 41m
£75–150
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Underpass to London VictoriaUk030
11h 45m
£28–90
Bus via Manchester
1. Take the bus from Rail Station to Manchester Central Coach Station590
2. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Marble Arch540
9h 4m
£52–75
Drive 275.8 mi
1. Drive from Shap to London275.8 mi
4h 44m
£68–98
Train to Manchester Airport, fly to London Heathrow Airport
1. Take the train from Penrith North Lakes to Manchester Airport
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)MAN - LHR
5h 35m
£89–294
Train to Newcastle, fly to London Heathrow Airport
1. Take the train from Carlisle to Newcastle
2. Fly from Newcastle (NCL) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)NCL - LHR
6h 10m
£68–296
Train to Edinburgh Airport, fly to London City Airport
1. Take the train from Penrith North Lakes to Haymarket
2. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to London City Airport (LCY)EDI - LCY
6h 27m
£104–378

Shap to London by bus and train

8Weekly Services

5h 41mAverage Duration

£75Cheapest Price

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Distance: 298.6 mi
Duration: 5h 41m

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

Avanti West Coast operates a train from Penrith North Lakes to London Euston hourly. Tickets cost £75–150 and the journey takes 4h 18m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Market Square to Marble Arch via Rail Station and Manchester Central Coach Station in around 9h 4m.

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