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

The cheapest way to get from Shap to York is to drive which costs £23 - £35 and takes 1h 47m.

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

The fastest way to get from Shap to York is to drive which takes 1h 47m and costs £23 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Shap and York?

No, there is no direct bus from Shap to York. However, there are services departing from Market Square and arriving at Micklegate via Bus Station, Carlisle and Leeds City Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 13m.

How far is it from Shap to York?

The distance between Shap and York is 170 miles. The road distance is 94.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Shap to York without a car is to train which takes 3h 52m and costs £50 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 3h 52m to get from Shap to York, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Shap to York bus from?

Shap to York bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Carlisle station.

Train or bus from Shap to York?

The best way to get from Shap to York is to train which takes 3h 52m and costs £50 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £21 - £40 and takes 7h 13m.

Where does the Shap to York bus arrive?

Shap to York bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Leeds Cultural Stop C station.

Can I drive from Shap to York?

Yes, the driving distance between Shap to York is 95 miles. It takes approximately 1h 47m to drive from Shap to York.

Where can I stay near York?

There are 1378+ hotels available in York.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Shap to York 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
best
1. Take the train from Carlisle to Newcastletrain Carlisle - Newcastle / ...
2. Take the train from Newcastle to Yorktrain Edinburgh - London Kings Cross / ...
3h 52m
£52–116
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Carlisle to Leeds Cultural Stop Cbus Ukn31
2. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus Station to Micklegatebus 843 / ...
7h 13m
£22–37
Drive 94.2 mi
1. Drive from Shap to Yorkcar 94.2 mi
1h 47m
£24–34
Train via Preston
1. Take the train from Penrith North Lakes to Prestontrain Edinburgh - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from Preston to Yorktrain Blackpool North - York
4h 43m
£56–109
Steam train
1. Take the train from Carnforth to Yorktrain The Scarborough Spa Express
6h 29m

Shap to York by bus and train

4Weekly Services

3h 52mAverage Duration

£52Cheapest Price

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Distance: 169.4 mi
Duration: 3h 52m

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

You can take a bus from Market Square to York via Rail Station, Penrith North Lakes, Carlisle, and Newcastle in around 3h 52m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Market Square to Micklegate via Bus Station, STAND A - English Street, Carlisle, Leeds Cultural Stop C, and Leeds City Bus Station in around 7h 13m.

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