What is the cheapest way to get from Amersham to Shaftesbury?

The cheapest way to get from Amersham to Shaftesbury is to drive which costs £23 - £35 and takes 1h 58m.

What is the fastest way to get from Amersham to Shaftesbury?

The fastest way to get from Amersham to Shaftesbury is to drive which takes 1h 58m and costs £23 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Amersham and Shaftesbury?

No, there is no direct bus from Amersham to Shaftesbury. However, there are services departing from Gore Hill and arriving at The Town Hall via Maxwell Road, Heathrow Central Bus Station, Meeting House Lane and Blue Boar Row. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 32m.

Is there a direct train between Amersham and Shaftesbury?

No, there is no direct train from Amersham station to Shaftesbury. However, there are services departing from Amersham station and arriving at Gillingham (Dorset) via Finchley Road station and London Waterloo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 12m.

How far is it from Amersham to Shaftesbury?

The distance between Amersham and Shaftesbury is 137 miles. The road distance is 97 miles.

How do I travel from Amersham to Shaftesbury without a car?

The best way to get from Amersham to Shaftesbury without a car is to subway and train which takes 4h 12m and costs £65 - £200.

How long does it take to get from Amersham to Shaftesbury?

It takes approximately 4h 12m to get from Amersham to Shaftesbury, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Amersham to Shaftesbury bus from?

Amersham to Shaftesbury bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Amersham to Shaftesbury train from?

Amersham to Shaftesbury train services, operated by London Underground (Tube), depart from Amersham station.

Where does the Amersham to Shaftesbury bus arrive?

Amersham to Shaftesbury bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Meeting House Lane station.

Where does the Amersham to Shaftesbury train arrive?

Amersham to Shaftesbury train services, operated by London Underground (Tube), arrive at Finchley Road station.

Can I drive from Amersham to Shaftesbury?

Yes, the driving distance between Amersham to Shaftesbury is 97 miles. It takes approximately 1h 58m to drive from Amersham to Shaftesbury.

Where can I stay near Shaftesbury?

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Amersham to Shaftesbury - 4 ways to travel via train, subway, and line 850 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Amersham to Shaftesbury by subway, train, bus, or car

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Subway, train
best
1. Take the subway from Amersham station to Finchley Road stationsubway Metropolitan
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Gillingham (Dorset)train London Waterloo - Exeter St Davids / ...
4h 12m
£70–194
Drive 96.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Amersham to Shaftesburycar 96.4 mi
1h 58m
£24–34
Line 850 bus, train
1. Take the bus from High Wycombe BusStn to Forbury Roadbus 850
2. Take the train from Basingstoke to Gillingham (Dorset)train London Waterloo - Exeter St Davids / ...
5h 11m
£40–83
Bus
1. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Meeting House Lanebus 035
2. Take the bus from Blue Boar Row to The Town Hallbus 29 / ...
6h 32m

Amersham to Shaftesbury by subway, train, and bus

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4h 12mAverage Duration

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Distance: 136.4 mi
Duration: 4h 12m

What companies run services between Amersham, England and Shaftesbury, Dorset, England?

You can take a bus from Gore Hill to The Town Hall via Maxwell Road, Heathrow Central Bus Station, Meeting House Lane, New Canal, and Blue Boar Row in around 6h 32m.

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