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

The cheapest way to get from Ullswater to Shap is to drive which costs £3 - £5 and takes 19 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Ullswater to Shap is to taxi which takes 19 min and costs £30 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Ullswater and Shap?

No, there is no direct bus from Ullswater to Shap. However, there are services departing from Aira Force and arriving at Market Square via Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 12m.

How far is it from Ullswater to Shap?

The distance between Ullswater and Shap is 23 miles. The road distance is 13.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ullswater to Shap without a car is to line 508 bus and line 106 bus which takes 2h 12m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 2h 12m to get from Ullswater to Shap, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ullswater to Shap bus from?

Ullswater to Shap bus services, operated by Stagecoach Cumbria & North Lancashire, depart from Aira Force station.

Where does the Ullswater to Shap bus arrive?

Ullswater to Shap bus services, operated by Stagecoach Cumbria & North Lancashire, arrive at Bus Station.

Can I drive from Ullswater to Shap?

Yes, the driving distance between Ullswater to Shap is 13 miles. It takes approximately 19 min to drive from Ullswater to Shap.

Where can I stay near Shap?

There are 2700+ hotels available in Shap.

Ullswater to Shap - 3 ways to travel via line 508 bus, line 106 bus, and taxi

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

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Line 508 bus, line 106 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Aira Force to Bus Stationbus 508 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Market Squarebus 106
2h 12m
Drive 13.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Cumbria to Shapcar 13.3 mi
19 min
£4–5
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Cumbria to Shaptaxi 13.3 mi
19 min
£30–40

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Distance: 22.9 mi
Duration: 2h 12m

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

You can take a bus from Aira Force to Market Square via Bus Station in around 2h 12m.

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