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

The cheapest way to get from Bude to Shaftesbury is to bus and train via Axminster which costs £26 - £55 and takes 7h 27m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bude to Shaftesbury is to drive which takes 2h 35m and costs £30 - £45.

How far is it from Bude to Shaftesbury?

The distance between Bude and Shaftesbury is 127 miles. The road distance is 123 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bude to Shaftesbury without a car is to bus and train which takes 5h 20m and costs £40 - £85.

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

It takes approximately 5h 20m to get from Bude to Shaftesbury, including transfers.

Can I drive from Bude to Shaftesbury?

Yes, the driving distance between Bude to Shaftesbury is 123 miles. It takes approximately 2h 35m to drive from Bude to Shaftesbury.

Where can I stay near Shaftesbury?

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

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

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from The Strand to Railway Stationbus 6
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Gillingham (Dorset)train Exeter St Davids - London Waterloo / ...
5h 20m
£41–82
Bus, train via Axminster
cheapest
1. Take the bus from The Strand to Railway Stationbus 6
2. Take the bus from Railway Station to Bus Stationbus 66
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Rail Stationbus 44A
4. Take the train from Axminster to Gillingham (Dorset)train
7h 27m
£26–51
Drive 122.3 mi
1. Drive from Bude to Shaftesburycar 122.3 mi
2h 35m
£31–44

Bude to Shaftesbury by bus and train

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5h 20mAverage Duration

£41Cheapest Price

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Distance: 125.9 mi
Duration: 5h 20m

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

There is no direct connection from Bude to Shaftesbury. However, you can take the bus to Railway Station, walk to Okehampton, take the train to Exeter St Davids, take the train to Gillingham (Dorset), walk to Gillingham Station, then take the bus to The Town Hall. Alternatively, you can take a bus from The Strand to The Town Hall via Railway Station, Bus Station, Rail Station, Axminster, Gillingham (Dorset), and Gillingham Station in around 7h 27m.

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