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

The cheapest way to get from Shap to Perth is to bus which costs £17 - £35 and takes 5h 53m.

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

The fastest way to get from Shap to Perth is to drive which takes 2h 54m and costs £40 - £60.

How far is it from Shap to Perth?

The distance between Shap and Perth is 194 miles. The road distance is 164.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Shap to Perth without a car is to train via Glasgow which takes 4h 12m and costs £28 - £70.

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

It takes approximately 4h 12m to get from Shap to Perth, including transfers.

Train or bus from Shap to Perth?

The best way to get from Shap to Perth is to train via Glasgow which takes 4h 12m and costs £28 - £70. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £17 - £35 and takes 5h 53m.

Can I drive from Shap to Perth?

Yes, the driving distance between Shap to Perth is 165 miles. It takes approximately 2h 54m to drive from Shap to Perth.

Where can I stay near Perth?

There are 518+ hotels available in Perth.

Shap to Perth - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Shap to Perth 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 via Glasgow
best
1. Take the train from Penrith North Lakes to Glasgow CentralLondon Euston - Glasgow Central / ...
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to PerthGlasgow Queen Street - Dundee / ...
4h 12m
£28–69
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Halston Hotel to Buchanan Bus StationUkn31
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Bus StationUk093
5h 53m
£17–33
Drive 163.8 mi
1. Drive from Shap to Perth163.8 mi
2h 54m
£41–60
Train
1. Take the train from Penrith North Lakes to Edinburgh WaverleyManchester Airport - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to PerthEdinburgh - Perth / ...
5h 6m
£28–166
Train #2
1. Take the train from Carlisle to PerthLondon Euston - Inverness
5h 30m
£65–90

Shap to Perth by bus, train, and foot

16Weekly Services

4h 12mAverage Duration

£28Cheapest Price

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Distance: 193 mi
Duration: 4h 12m

What companies run services between Shap, England and Perth, Scotland?

You can take a bus from Market Square to Perth via Rail Station, Penrith North Lakes, Glasgow Central, and Glasgow Queen Street in around 4h 12m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Market Square to Bus Station via Rail Station, Penrith North Lakes, Carlisle, Halston Hotel, and Buchanan Bus Station in around 5h 53m.

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