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

The cheapest way to get from Chard to Shaftesbury is to drive which costs £9 - £14 and takes 57 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Chard to Shaftesbury is to drive which takes 57 min and costs £9 - £14.

Is there a direct bus between Chard and Shaftesbury?

No, there is no direct bus from Chard to Shaftesbury. However, there are services departing from Boden Street and arriving at The Town Hall via Bus Station and Gillingham Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h.

How far is it from Chard to Shaftesbury?

The distance between Chard and Shaftesbury is 44 miles. The road distance is 37.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chard to Shaftesbury without a car is to line 96 bus and train which takes 2h 53m and costs £16 - £35.

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

It takes approximately 2h 53m to get from Chard to Shaftesbury, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chard to Shaftesbury bus from?

Chard to Shaftesbury bus services, operated by South West Coaches, depart from Boden Street station.

Where does the Chard to Shaftesbury bus arrive?

Chard to Shaftesbury bus services, operated by South West Coaches, arrive at Bus Station.

Can I drive from Chard to Shaftesbury?

Yes, the driving distance between Chard to Shaftesbury is 38 miles. It takes approximately 57 min to drive from Chard to Shaftesbury.

Where can I stay near Shaftesbury?

There are 555+ hotels available in Shaftesbury.

Chard to Shaftesbury - 4 ways to travel via train, line 96 bus, car, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Chard to Shaftesbury by bus, train, car, or taxi

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Line 96 bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Boden Street to Crewkerne stationbus 96 / ...
2. Take the train from Crewkerne to Gillingham (Dorset)train Exeter St Davids - London Waterloo / ...
2h 53m
£17–34
Drive 37.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Chard to Shaftesburycar 37.6 mi
57 min
£10–14
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Chard to Shaftesburytaxi 37.6 mi
57 min
£80–95
Line 96 bus, line 58 bus
1. Take the bus from Boden Street to Bus Stationbus 96 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Station Roadbus 58
4h

Chard to Shaftesbury by bus and train

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2h 53mAverage Duration

£17Cheapest Price

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Distance: 43.8 mi
Duration: 2h 53m

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

You can take a bus from Boden Street to The Town Hall via Bus Station, Station Road, Templecombe, Gillingham (Dorset), and Gillingham Station in around 4h.

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