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

The cheapest way to get from Shap to Sunderland is to drive which costs £18 - £28 and takes 1h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Shap to Sunderland is to drive which takes 1h 35m and costs £18 - £28.

Is there a direct bus between Shap and Sunderland?

No, there is no direct bus from Shap to Sunderland. However, there are services departing from Market Square and arriving at Sunderland Interchange via Classic Coaches bus depot, Galgate - Commercial Hotel and Dolphin Centre. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 21m.

How far is it from Shap to Sunderland?

The distance between Shap and Sunderland is 102 miles. The road distance is 75.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Shap to Sunderland without a car is to train which takes 3h 56m and costs £16 - £40.

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

It takes approximately 3h 56m to get from Shap to Sunderland, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Shap to Sunderland bus from?

Shap to Sunderland bus services, operated by Cumbria Classic Coaches, depart from Classic Coaches bus depot station.

Train or bus from Shap to Sunderland?

The best way to get from Shap to Sunderland is to train which takes 3h 56m and costs £16 - £40. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 6h 21m.

Where does the Shap to Sunderland bus arrive?

Shap to Sunderland bus services, operated by Cumbria Classic Coaches, arrive at Galgate - Stand B station.

Can I drive from Shap to Sunderland?

Yes, the driving distance between Shap to Sunderland is 75 miles. It takes approximately 1h 35m to drive from Shap to Sunderland.

Where can I stay near Sunderland?

There are 1749+ hotels available in Sunderland.

Shap to Sunderland - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Carlisle to SunderlandCarlisle - Middlesbrough / ...
3h 56m
£17–38
Bus
1. Take the bus from Classic Coaches bus depot to Galgate - Stand B572
2. Take the bus from Galgate - Commercial Hotel to Town HallX75 / ...
3. Take the bus from Dolphin Centre to Sunderland Interchange815
6h 21m
Drive 74.9 mi
1. Drive from Shap to Sunderland74.9 mi
1h 35m
£19–28

Shap to Sunderland by bus and train

16Weekly Services

3h 56mAverage Duration

£17Cheapest Price

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Distance: 101.9 mi
Duration: 3h 56m

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

Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Carlisle to Sunderland every 2 hours. Tickets cost £12–26 and the journey takes 1h 50m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Market Square to Sunderland Interchange via Classic Coaches bus depot, Galgate - Commercial Hotel, and Dolphin Centre in around 6h 21m.

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