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

The cheapest way to get from Tower of London to Shap is to bus which costs £30 - £80 and takes 10h 48m.

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

The fastest way to get from Tower of London to Shap is to drive which takes 4h 44m and costs £70 - £110.

Is there a direct bus between Tower of London and Shap?

No, there is no direct bus from Tower of London to Shap. However, there are services departing from The Grange and arriving at Market Square via London Victoria, Manchester Central Coach Station and Rail Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 48m.

How far is it from Tower of London to Shap?

The distance between Tower of London and Shap is 296 miles. The road distance is 281.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Tower of London to Shap without a car is to train which takes 5h 49m and costs £70 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 5h 49m to get from Tower of London to Shap, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Tower of London to Shap bus from?

Tower of London to Shap bus services, operated by National Express, depart from London Victoria station.

Train or bus from Tower of London to Shap?

The best way to get from Tower of London to Shap is to train which takes 5h 49m and costs £70 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £80 and takes 10h 48m.

Where does the Tower of London to Shap bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Tower of London to Shap?

Yes, the driving distance between Tower of London to Shap is 281 miles. It takes approximately 4h 44m to drive from Tower of London to Shap.

Where can I stay near Shap?

There are 2570+ hotels available in Shap.

Tower of London to Shap - 10 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 10 ways to get from Tower of London to Shap by train, bus, car, plane, or subway

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 London Euston to Penrith North LakesLondon Euston - Glasgow Central / ...
5h 49m
£72–163
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from London Victoria to Manchester Central Coach Station540 / ...
2. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Rail Station590
10h 48m
£32–78
Drive 279.7 mi
1. Drive from Tower of London to Shap279.7 mi
4h 44m
£70–101
Fly London City Airport to Glasgow Airport, train
1. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)LCY - GLA
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Penrith North Lakes
6h 38m
£99–376
Train via Nottingham
1. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Nottingham
2. Take the train from Nottingham to Manchester Piccadilly
3. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Penrith North Lakes
9h 14m
£79–228
Subway to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Newcastle, train, bus
1. Take the subway from Tower Hill station to Paddington
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Newcastle (NCL)LHR - NCL
3. Take the train from Newcastle to Carlisle
4. Take the train from Carlisle to Penrith North Lakes
5. Take the bus from Rail Station to Market Square
7h 31m
Fly London Heathrow Airport to Manchester Airport, train
1. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)LHR - MAN
2. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Penrith North Lakes
7h 18m
£92–310
Fly London City Airport to Edinburgh Airport, train
1. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)LCY - EDI
2. Take the train from Haymarket to Penrith North Lakes
7h 16m
£110–406
Fly London Heathrow Airport to Edinburgh Airport, train
1. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)LHR - EDI
2. Take the train from Haymarket to Penrith North Lakes
7h 46m
£104–380
Train to Luton Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport, train
1. Take the train from London Bridge to Luton Airport Parkway
2. Fly from Luton Airport (LTN) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)LTN - EDI
3. Take the train from Haymarket to Penrith North Lakes
7h 44m
£72–310

Tower of London to Shap by bus

14Weekly Buses

10h 48mAverage Duration

£32Cheapest Price

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Distance: 294.7 mi
Duration: 5h 49m

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

Avanti West Coast operates a train from London Euston to Penrith North Lakes hourly. Tickets cost £70–160 and the journey takes 3h 1m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from The Grange to Market Square via Victoria Coach Station, London Victoria, Manchester Central Coach Station, and Rail Station in around 10h 48m.

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