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How to get fromChard to Shaftesburyby bus, train, car, or taxi

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

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  1. Line 30 bus, train

    best
    1. Take the bus from St. Mary's Church to Rail Stationbus bus 30
    2. Take the train from Axminster to Gillingham (Dorset)train train Exeter St Davids - London Waterloo / ...
    3h 18m
    £19–37

  2. Drive  37.6 mi

    cheapest
    1. Drive from Chard to Shaftesburycar car 37.6 mi
    57 min
    £10–14

  3. Taxi

    1. Take the taxi from Chard to Shaftesburytaxi taxi 37.6 mi
    57 min
    £80–95

Chard to Shaftesbury by bus and train

Calendar83Weekly Services
Duration3h 18mAverage Duration
Ticket£19Cheapest Price
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  • Distance: 52.1 mi
  • Duration: 3h 18m

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

There is no direct connection from Chard to Shaftesbury. However, you can take the line 30 bus to Rail Station, walk to Axminster, take the train to Gillingham (Dorset), walk to Gillingham Station, then take the bus to The Town Hall. Alternatively, you can drive from Chard to Shaftesbury in around 57 min.

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