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

The cheapest way to get from Birmingham to Shap is to bus which costs £35 - £90 and takes 6h 28m.

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

The fastest way to get from Birmingham to Shap is to drive which takes 2h 44m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Birmingham and Shap?

No, there is no direct bus from Birmingham station to Shap. However, there are services departing from Birmingham Coach Station and arriving at Abbey Road via Queen Elizabeth Grammar School. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 28m.

Is there a direct train between Birmingham and Shap?

No, there is no direct train from Birmingham to Shap. However, there are services departing from Birmingham New Street and arriving at Penrith North Lakes via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 56m.

How far is it from Birmingham to Shap?

The distance between Birmingham and Shap is 187 miles. The road distance is 166.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Birmingham to Shap without a car is to train which takes 2h 56m and costs £85 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 2h 56m to get from Birmingham to Shap, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Birmingham to Shap bus from?

Birmingham to Shap bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Birmingham Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Birmingham to Shap train from?

Birmingham to Shap train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Birmingham New Street station.

Train or bus from Birmingham to Shap?

The best way to get from Birmingham to Shap is to train which takes 2h 56m and costs £85 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £90 and takes 6h 28m.

Where does the Birmingham to Shap bus arrive?

Birmingham to Shap bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Rail Station.

Where does the Birmingham to Shap train arrive?

Birmingham to Shap train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Penrith North Lakes station.

Can I drive from Birmingham to Shap?

Yes, the driving distance between Birmingham to Shap is 166 miles. It takes approximately 2h 44m to drive from Birmingham to Shap.

Where can I stay near Shap?

There are 2703+ hotels available in Shap.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Penrith North Lakestrain London Euston - Edinburgh / ...
2h 56m
£88–134
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Rail Stationbus 590
6h 28m
£38–86
Drive 165.3 mi
1. Drive from Birmingham to Shapcar 165.3 mi
2h 44m
£41–59

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Distance: 185.4 mi
Duration: 2h 56m

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

Avanti West Coast operates a train from Birmingham New Street to Penrith North Lakes every 4 hours. Tickets cost £60–110 and the journey takes 2h 41m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Rail Station twice daily. Tickets cost £35–85 and the journey takes 4h 50m.

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