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

The cheapest way to get from Chesterfield to Shaftesbury is to bus via London Heathrow Airport (LHR) which costs £30 - £50 and takes 9h 35m.

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 Chesterfield Coach Station and arriving at The Town Hall via London Heathrow Airport, Meeting House Lane and Blue Boar Row. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Chesterfield and Shaftesbury?

No, there is no direct train from Chesterfield to Shaftesbury. However, there are services departing from Chesterfield and arriving at Gillingham (Dorset) via Euston station and London Waterloo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 9m.

How far is it from Chesterfield to Shaftesbury?

The distance between Chesterfield and Shaftesbury is 265 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 via London which takes 6h 9m and costs £100 - £190.

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

It takes approximately 6h 9m 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 FlixBus, depart from Chesterfield Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Chesterfield to Shaftesbury train from?

Chesterfield to Shaftesbury train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Chesterfield station.

Train or bus from Chesterfield to Shaftesbury?

The best way to get from Chesterfield to Shaftesbury is to train via London which takes 6h 9m and costs £100 - £190. Alternatively, you can bus via London Heathrow Airport (LHR), which costs £30 - £50 and takes 9h 35m.

Where does the Chesterfield to Shaftesbury bus arrive?

Chesterfield to Shaftesbury bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at London Heathrow Airport station.

Where does the Chesterfield to Shaftesbury train arrive?

Chesterfield to Shaftesbury train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at London St Pancras Intl 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 569+ hotels available in Shaftesbury.

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There are 5 ways to get from Chesterfield to Shaftesbury by train, bus, or car

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Chesterfield to London St Pancras Intltrain Sheffield - London St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Gillingham (Dorset)train London Waterloo - Exeter St Davids / ...
6h 9m
£108–182
Bus via London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Chesterfield Coach Station to London Heathrow Airportbus
2. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Ringwood Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Blue Boar Row to The Town Hallbus 29 / ...
9h 35m
£32–49
Drive 183.8 mi
1. Drive from Chesterfield to Shaftesburycar 183.8 mi
3h 37m
£46–67
Train
1. Take the train from Chesterfield to Bristol Temple Meadstrain Edinburgh - Plymouth / ...
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Salisburytrain Cardiff Central - Portsmouth Harbour / ...
6h 20m
£100–160
Bus
1. Take the bus from Coach Station to Glastonbury Festival Coach Parkbus G33
2. Take the bus from Strode College to Gillingham Stationbus 647
9h 55m
£35–56

Chesterfield to Shaftesbury by train, foot, subway, and bus

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Distance: 263.9 mi
Duration: 6h 9m

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

You can take a train from Chesterfield to The Town Hall via London St Pancras International, Euston station, Waterloo Station, London Waterloo, Gillingham (Dorset), and Gillingham Station in around 6h 9m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Chesterfield Coach Station to The Town Hall via London Heathrow Airport, Meeting House Lane, New Canal, and Blue Boar Row in around 9h 35m.

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