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

The cheapest way to get from Chesterfield to Shaftesbury is to bus which costs £40 - £70 and takes 10h 41m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chesterfield to Shaftesbury is to drive which takes 3h 37m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Chesterfield and Shaftesbury?

No, there is no direct bus from Chesterfield station to Shaftesbury. However, there are services departing from Coach Station and arriving at The Town Hall via Heathrow Central Bus Station, Meeting House Lane and Blue Boar Row. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 41m.

How far is it from Chesterfield to Shaftesbury?

The distance between Chesterfield and Shaftesbury is 235 miles. The road distance is 184.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chesterfield to Shaftesbury without a car is to train and bus which takes 6h 34m and costs £95 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 6h 34m to get from Chesterfield to Shaftesbury, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chesterfield to Shaftesbury bus from?

Chesterfield to Shaftesbury bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Coach Station.

Where does the Chesterfield to Shaftesbury bus arrive?

Chesterfield to Shaftesbury bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Can I drive from Chesterfield to Shaftesbury?

Yes, the driving distance between Chesterfield to Shaftesbury is 185 miles. It takes approximately 3h 37m to drive from Chesterfield to Shaftesbury.

Where can I stay near Shaftesbury?

There are 558+ hotels available in Shaftesbury.

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

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

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Chesterfield to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Salisburytrain
3. Take the bus from Blue Boar Row to The Town Hallbus 29 / ...
6h 34m
£95–148
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Coach Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 240 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Meeting House Lanebus 035 / ...
3. Take the bus from Blue Boar Row to The Town Hallbus 29 / ...
10h 41m
£42–68
Drive 183.8 mi
1. Drive from Chesterfield to Shaftesburycar 183.8 mi
3h 37m
£46–66

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Distance: 233.4 mi
Duration: 6h 34m

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

You can take a bus from Coach Station to The Town Hall via Heathrow Central Bus Station, Meeting House Lane, New Canal, and Blue Boar Row in around 10h 41m.

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