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

The cheapest way to get from Birmingham to Shaftesbury is to drive which costs £29 - £45 and takes 2h 31m.

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

The fastest way to get from Birmingham to Shaftesbury is to drive which takes 2h 31m and costs £29 - £45.

Is there a direct train between Birmingham and Shaftesbury?

No, there is no direct train from Birmingham to Shaftesbury. However, there are services departing from Birmingham New Street and arriving at Gillingham (Dorset) via Basingstoke. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 30m.

How far is it from Birmingham to Shaftesbury?

The distance between Birmingham and Shaftesbury is 176 miles. The road distance is 123.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Birmingham to Shaftesbury without a car is to train which takes 4h 30m and costs £85 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 4h 30m to get from Birmingham to Shaftesbury, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Birmingham to Shaftesbury train from?

Birmingham to Shaftesbury train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Birmingham New Street station.

Where does the Birmingham to Shaftesbury train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Birmingham to Shaftesbury?

Yes, the driving distance between Birmingham to Shaftesbury is 124 miles. It takes approximately 2h 31m to drive from Birmingham to Shaftesbury.

Where can I stay near Shaftesbury?

There are 553+ hotels available in Shaftesbury.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Basingstoketrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
2. Take the train from Basingstoke to Gillingham (Dorset)train London Waterloo - Exeter St Davids / ...
4h 30m
£88–146
Drive 123 mi
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1. Drive from Birmingham to Shaftesburycar 123 mi
2h 31m
£30–44
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Birmingham Snow Hill to Worcester Foregate Streettrain
2. Take the train from Worcester Foregate Street to Salisburytrain
3. Take the bus from Blue Boar Row to The Town Hallbus 29 / ...
7h 46m

Birmingham to Shaftesbury by train and bus

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4h 30mAverage Duration

£88Cheapest Price

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Distance: 175.3 mi
Duration: 4h 30m

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

You can take a train from Birmingham New Street to The Town Hall via Basingstoke, Gillingham (Dorset), and Gillingham Station in around 4h 30m.

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