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

The cheapest way to get from Shap to Manchester is to drive which costs £22 - £35 and takes 1h 36m.

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

The fastest way to get from Shap to Manchester is to drive which takes 1h 36m and costs £22 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Shap and Manchester?

No, there is no direct bus from Shap to Manchester station. However, there are services departing from Market Square and arriving at Manchester Central Coach Station via Penrith and Rail Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 31m.

How far is it from Shap to Manchester?

The distance between Shap and Manchester is 116 miles. The road distance is 90.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Shap to Manchester without a car is to bus and train which takes 3h 13m and costs £35 - £75.

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

It takes approximately 3h 13m to get from Shap to Manchester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Shap to Manchester bus from?

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

Where does the Shap to Manchester bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Shap to Manchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Shap to Manchester is 91 miles. It takes approximately 1h 36m to drive from Shap to Manchester.

Where can I stay near Manchester?

There are 3629+ hotels available in Manchester.

Shap to Manchester - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 106 bus

There are 4 ways to get from Shap to Manchester 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.

Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Abbey Road to Queen Elizabeth Grammar Schoolbus S11
2. Take the train from Penrith North Lakes to Manchester Piccadillytrain Edinburgh - Manchester Airport / ...
3h 13m
£39–72
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Rail Station to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 590
4h 31m
£23–60
Drive 90.2 mi
1. Drive from Shap to Manchestercar 90.2 mi
1h 36m
£23–33
Line 106 bus, bus, train
1. Take the bus from Market Square to Morrisonsbus 106
2. Take the bus from Morrisons to Railway Stationbus 552
3. Take the train from Carnforth to Manchester Piccadillytrain
5h 22m

Shap to Manchester by bus and train

5Weekly Services

3h 13mAverage Duration

£39Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Shap to Manchester.

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Distance: 115.6 mi
Duration: 3h 13m

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

National Express operates a bus from Rail Station to Manchester Central Coach Station once daily. Tickets cost £18–45 and the journey takes 2h 35m.

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