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

The cheapest way to get from Chesterfield to Shaftesbury is to drive which costs £40 - £65 and takes 3h 37m.

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 £40 - £65.

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 13m.

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 5h 32m.

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 5h 32m and costs £120 - £230.

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

It takes approximately 5h 32m 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 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 5h 32m and costs £120 - £230. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 10h 13m.

Where does the Chesterfield to Shaftesbury bus arrive?

Chesterfield to Shaftesbury bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus 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 556+ hotels available in Shaftesbury.

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

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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 / ...
5h 32m
£122–224
Drive 183.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Chesterfield to Shaftesburycar 183.8 mi
3h 37m
£45–65
Bus
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 13m
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Chesterfield to Manchester Piccadillytrain
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Southampton Airport (SOU)plane MAN - SOU
3. Take the train from Southampton Airport Parkway to Salisburytrain
6h 35m
£124–261
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 / ...
5h 47m
£120–188

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

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Distance: 263.9 mi
Duration: 5h 32m

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 5h 32m. Alternatively, 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 13m.

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