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

The cheapest way to get from Ambleside to Shap is to drive which costs £6 - £10 and takes 35 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Ambleside to Shap is to drive which takes 35 min and costs £6 - £10.

Is there a direct bus between Ambleside and Shap?

No, there is no direct bus from Ambleside to Shap. However, there are services departing from Salutation Hotel and arriving at Market Square via Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 46m.

How far is it from Ambleside to Shap?

The distance between Ambleside and Shap is 36 miles. The road distance is 26.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ambleside to Shap without a car is to line 555 bus and line 106 bus which takes 2h 46m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 2h 46m to get from Ambleside to Shap, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ambleside to Shap bus from?

Ambleside to Shap bus services, operated by Stagecoach Cumbria & North Lancashire, depart from Salutation Hotel station.

Where does the Ambleside to Shap bus arrive?

Ambleside to Shap bus services, operated by Stagecoach Cumbria & North Lancashire, arrive at Blackhall Road station.

Can I drive from Ambleside to Shap?

Yes, the driving distance between Ambleside to Shap is 26 miles. It takes approximately 35 min to drive from Ambleside to Shap.

Where can I stay near Shap?

There are 2673+ hotels available in Shap.

Ambleside to Shap - 3 ways to travel via line 555 bus, line 106 bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Ambleside to Shap by bus, car, or taxi

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Line 555 bus, line 106 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Salutation Hotel to Blackhall Roadbus 555
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Market Squarebus 106
2h 46m
Drive 26 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Ambleside to Shapcar 26 mi
35 min
£7–10
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Ambleside to Shaptaxi 26 mi
35 min
£110–140

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Distance: 35.9 mi
Duration: 2h 46m

What companies run services between Ambleside, Cumbria, England and Shap, England?

You can take a bus from Salutation Hotel to Market Square via Bus Station in around 2h 46m.

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