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

The cheapest way to get from Banbury to Shaftesbury is to drive which costs £23 - £35 and takes 2h 14m.

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

The fastest way to get from Banbury to Shaftesbury is to drive which takes 2h 14m and costs £23 - £35.

Is there a direct train between Banbury and Shaftesbury?

No, there is no direct train from Banbury to Shaftesbury. However, there are services departing from Banbury and arriving at Gillingham (Dorset) via Basingstoke. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 38m.

How far is it from Banbury to Shaftesbury?

The distance between Banbury and Shaftesbury is 128 miles. The road distance is 96.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Banbury to Shaftesbury without a car is to train which takes 3h 38m and costs £60 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 3h 38m to get from Banbury to Shaftesbury, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Banbury to Shaftesbury train from?

Banbury to Shaftesbury train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Banbury station.

Where does the Banbury to Shaftesbury train arrive?

Banbury to Shaftesbury train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Basingstoke station.

Can I drive from Banbury to Shaftesbury?

Yes, the driving distance between Banbury to Shaftesbury is 96 miles. It takes approximately 2h 14m to drive from Banbury to Shaftesbury.

Where can I stay near Shaftesbury?

There are 554+ hotels available in Shaftesbury.

Banbury to Shaftesbury - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Banbury to Shaftesbury by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Banbury to Basingstoketrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
2. Take the train from Basingstoke to Gillingham (Dorset)train London Waterloo - Exeter St Davids / ...
3h 38m
£62–109
Drive 95.6 mi
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1. Drive from Banbury to Shaftesburycar 95.6 mi
2h 14m
£24–34
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Banbury to Basingstoketrain
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Blue Boar Rowbus 8 / ...
3. Take the bus from Blue Boar Row to The Town Hallbus 29 / ...
6h 28m

Banbury to Shaftesbury by train and bus

110Weekly Services

3h 38mAverage Duration

£62Cheapest Price

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Distance: 127.3 mi
Duration: 3h 38m

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

You can take a train from Banbury to The Town Hall via Basingstoke, Gillingham (Dorset), and Gillingham Station in around 3h 38m.

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