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

The cheapest way to get from Stirling to Shap is to train which costs £30 - £45 and takes 5h 31m.

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

The fastest way to get from Stirling to Shap is to drive which takes 2h 22m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct train between Stirling and Shap?

No, there is no direct train from Stirling to Shap. However, there are services departing from Stirling and arriving at Penrith North Lakes via Glasgow Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 5m.

How far is it from Stirling to Shap?

The distance between Stirling and Shap is 160 miles. The road distance is 140.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Stirling to Shap without a car is to train via Glasgow which takes 3h 5m and costs £95 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 3h 5m to get from Stirling to Shap, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Stirling to Shap train from?

Stirling to Shap train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Stirling station.

Where does the Stirling to Shap train arrive?

Stirling to Shap train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Glasgow Queen Street station.

Can I drive from Stirling to Shap?

Yes, the driving distance between Stirling to Shap is 141 miles. It takes approximately 2h 22m to drive from Stirling to Shap.

Where can I stay near Shap?

There are 2668+ hotels available in Shap.

Stirling to Shap - 4 ways to travel via train, car, and bus

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

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Train via Glasgow
best
1. Take the train from Stirling to Glasgow Queen Streettrain Alloa - Glasgow Queen Street / ...
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Penrith North Lakestrain Glasgow Central - London Euston / ...
3h 5m
£96–148
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Stirling to Carlisletrain Inverness - London Euston
5h 31m
£34–45
Drive 140 mi
1. Drive from Stirling to Shapcar 140 mi
2h 22m
£35–50
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Stirling to Haymarkettrain
2. Take the train from Haymarket to Penrith North Lakestrain
3. Take the bus from Queen Elizabeth Grammar School to Abbey Roadbus S11
4h 44m
£45–90

Stirling to Shap by train and bus

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4h 44mAverage Duration

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Distance: 159.4 mi
Duration: 3h 5m

What companies run services between Stirling, Scotland and Shap, England?

You can take a train from Stirling to Shap via Glasgow Queen Street, Glasgow Central, and Penrith North Lakes in around 3h 5m.

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