What is the cheapest way to get from Cradley Heath to Shap?

The cheapest way to get from Cradley Heath to Shap is to drive which costs £40 - £60 and takes 2h 50m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cradley Heath to Shap?

The fastest way to get from Cradley Heath to Shap is to drive which takes 2h 50m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Cradley Heath and Shap?

No, there is no direct bus from Cradley Heath to Shap. However, there are services departing from Central Market Hall and arriving at Abbey Road via Bus Mall, Birmingham Coach Station and Queen Elizabeth Grammar School. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 44m.

Is there a direct train between Cradley Heath and Shap?

No, there is no direct train from Cradley Heath to Shap. However, there are services departing from Cradley Heath and arriving at Penrith North Lakes via Smethwick Galton Bridge and Wolverhampton. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 7m.

How far is it from Cradley Heath to Shap?

The distance between Cradley Heath and Shap is 188 miles. The road distance is 163.6 miles.

How do I travel from Cradley Heath to Shap without a car?

The best way to get from Cradley Heath to Shap without a car is to train which takes 4h 7m and costs £110 - £180.

How long does it take to get from Cradley Heath to Shap?

It takes approximately 4h 7m to get from Cradley Heath to Shap, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cradley Heath to Shap bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Cradley Heath to Shap train from?

Cradley Heath to Shap train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Wolverhampton station.

Train or bus from Cradley Heath to Shap?

The best way to get from Cradley Heath to Shap is to train which takes 4h 7m and costs £110 - £180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £100 and takes 8h 44m.

Where does the Cradley Heath to Shap bus arrive?

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

Where does the Cradley Heath to Shap train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cradley Heath to Shap?

Yes, the driving distance between Cradley Heath to Shap is 164 miles. It takes approximately 2h 50m to drive from Cradley Heath to Shap.

Where can I stay near Shap?

There are 2664+ hotels available in Shap.

Cradley Heath to Shap - 4 ways to travel via train, line 555 bus, car, and bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Cradley Heath to Shap by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Wolverhampton to Penrith North Lakestrain London Euston - Edinburgh / ...
4h 7m
£110–172
Drive 162.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Cradley Heath to Shapcar 162.7 mi
2h 50m
£40–58
Train, line 555 bus
1. Take the train from Sandwell & Dudley to Lancastertrain London Euston - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 555
7h 19m
£45–76
Bus
1. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Rail Stationbus 590
8h 44m
£41–99

Cradley Heath to Shap by bus, train, and foot

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7h 19mAverage Duration

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Distance: 186.9 mi
Duration: 4h 7m

What companies run services between Cradley Heath, England and Shap, England?

Avanti West Coast operates a train from Wolverhampton to Penrith North Lakes every 4 hours. Tickets cost £55–95 and the journey takes 2h 14m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Rail Station once daily. Tickets cost £35–90 and the journey takes 4h 50m.

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