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

The cheapest way to get from Bristol to Shap is to bus and train which costs £45 - £80 and takes 9h 6m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bristol to Shap is to drive which takes 4h 2m and costs £60 - £90.

Is there a direct bus between Bristol and Shap?

No, there is no direct bus from Bristol station to Shap. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Abbey Road via Birmingham Coach Station and Queen Elizabeth Grammar School. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 13m.

Is there a direct train between Bristol and Shap?

No, there is no direct train from Bristol to Shap. However, there are services departing from Bristol Temple Meads and arriving at Penrith North Lakes via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 15m.

How far is it from Bristol to Shap?

The distance between Bristol and Shap is 276 miles. The road distance is 248.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bristol to Shap without a car is to train which takes 5h 15m and costs £140 - £220.

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

It takes approximately 5h 15m to get from Bristol to Shap, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bristol to Shap bus from?

Bristol to Shap bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Bristol to Shap train from?

Bristol to Shap train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Bristol Temple Meads station.

Train or bus from Bristol to Shap?

The best way to get from Bristol to Shap is to train which takes 5h 15m and costs £140 - £220. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £45 - £80 and takes 9h 13m.

Where does the Bristol to Shap bus arrive?

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

Where does the Bristol to Shap train arrive?

Bristol to Shap train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Bristol to Shap?

Yes, the driving distance between Bristol to Shap is 249 miles. It takes approximately 4h 2m to drive from Bristol to Shap.

Where can I stay near Shap?

There are 2671+ hotels available in Shap.

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

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There are 5 ways to get from Bristol to Shap by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Birmingham New Streettrain Bristol Temple Meads - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Penrith North Lakestrain London Euston - Edinburgh / ...
5h 15m
£144–218
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bristol Bus Station to Manchester, Shudehill Interchangebus Uk071
2. Take the train from Manchester Victoria to Oxenholme Lake Districttrain Manchester Victoria - Windermere
9h 6m
£46–77
Drive 247.4 mi
1. Drive from Bristol to Shapcar 247.4 mi
4h 2m
£61–88
Train via Manchester
1. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Manchester Piccadillytrain Bristol Temple Meads - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Oxenholme Lake Districttrain Manchester Airport - Edinburgh / ...
7h 23m
£98–158
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 111 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Rail Stationbus 590
9h 13m
£47–76

Bristol to Shap by bus, foot, and train

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Distance: 274.8 mi
Duration: 5h 15m

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

You can take a train from Bristol Temple Meads to Shap via Birmingham New Street and Penrith North Lakes in around 5h 15m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Abbey Road via Birmingham Coach Station, Rail Station, and Queen Elizabeth Grammar School in around 9h 13m.

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