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

The cheapest way to get from York to Shap is to drive which costs £23 - £35 and takes 1h 46m.

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

The fastest way to get from York to Shap is to drive which takes 1h 46m and costs £23 - £35.

How far is it from York to Shap?

The distance between York and Shap is 171 miles. The road distance is 95.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from York to Shap without a car is to train which takes 4h 40m and costs £21 - £75.

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

It takes approximately 4h 40m to get from York to Shap, including transfers.

Train or bus from York to Shap?

The best way to get from York to Shap is to train which takes 4h 40m and costs £21 - £75. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 6h 49m.

Can I drive from York to Shap?

Yes, the driving distance between York to Shap is 95 miles. It takes approximately 1h 46m to drive from York to Shap.

Where can I stay near Shap?

There are 2539+ hotels available in Shap.

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

There are 5 ways to get from York to Shap 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 York to NewcastleLondon Kings Cross - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Newcastle to CarlisleNewcastle - Carlisle / ...
4h 40m
£21–73
Train via Preston
cheapest
1. Take the train from York to PrestonYork - Blackpool North / ...
2. Take the train from Preston to Penrith North LakesLondon Euston - Glasgow Central / ...
4h 57m
£18–71
Bus
1. Take the bus from Low Ousegate to Leeds Bus Station Entrance843 / ...
2. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus Station to Halston HotelUkn31
6h 49m
Drive 94.5 mi
1. Drive from York to Shap94.5 mi
1h 46m
£23–34
Steam train
1. Take the train from York to CarnforthThe Scarborough Spa Express
8h 7m

York to Shap by train and bus

4Weekly Services

4h 40mAverage Duration

£21Cheapest Price

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Distance: 169.8 mi
Duration: 4h 40m

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

You can take a train from York to Coop via Newcastle, Carlisle, Penrith North Lakes, and Rail Station in around 4h 40m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Low Ousegate to Market Square via Leeds City Bus Station, Halston Hotel, Carlisle, Penrith North Lakes, and Rail Station in around 6h 49m.

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