What is the cheapest way to get from Clacton-on-Sea to Shaftesbury?

The cheapest way to get from Clacton-on-Sea to Shaftesbury is to drive which costs £40 - £65 and takes 3h 48m.

What is the fastest way to get from Clacton-on-Sea to Shaftesbury?

The fastest way to get from Clacton-on-Sea to Shaftesbury is to drive which takes 3h 48m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Clacton-on-Sea and Shaftesbury?

No, there is no direct bus from Clacton-on-Sea to Shaftesbury. However, there are services departing from Pier Avenue and arriving at Larmer Tree Park View Point via Osborne Street, Railway Station, Coach Station and Stratford City Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Clacton-on-Sea and Shaftesbury?

No, there is no direct train from Clacton-on-Sea to Shaftesbury. However, there are services departing from Clacton-on-Sea and arriving at Gillingham (Dorset) via Stratford station and London Waterloo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 52m.

How far is it from Clacton-on-Sea to Shaftesbury?

The distance between Clacton-on-Sea and Shaftesbury is 184 miles. The road distance is 179.1 miles.

How do I travel from Clacton-on-Sea to Shaftesbury without a car?

The best way to get from Clacton-on-Sea to Shaftesbury without a car is to train which takes 4h 52m and costs £80 - £190.

How long does it take to get from Clacton-on-Sea to Shaftesbury?

It takes approximately 4h 52m to get from Clacton-on-Sea to Shaftesbury, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Clacton-on-Sea to Shaftesbury bus from?

Clacton-on-Sea to Shaftesbury bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Railway Station.

Where do I catch the Clacton-on-Sea to Shaftesbury train from?

Clacton-on-Sea to Shaftesbury train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from Clacton-on-Sea station.

Train or bus from Clacton-on-Sea to Shaftesbury?

The best way to get from Clacton-on-Sea to Shaftesbury is to train which takes 4h 52m and costs £80 - £190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £55 - £120 and takes 8h 35m.

Where does the Clacton-on-Sea to Shaftesbury bus arrive?

Clacton-on-Sea to Shaftesbury bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Coach Station.

Where does the Clacton-on-Sea to Shaftesbury train arrive?

Clacton-on-Sea to Shaftesbury train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at Stratford (London) station.

Can I drive from Clacton-on-Sea to Shaftesbury?

Yes, the driving distance between Clacton-on-Sea to Shaftesbury is 179 miles. It takes approximately 3h 48m to drive from Clacton-on-Sea to Shaftesbury.

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Clacton-on-Sea to Shaftesbury - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Clacton-on-Sea to Shaftesbury by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Clacton-on-Sea to Stratford (London)train Clacton-on-Sea - London Liverpool Street
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Gillingham (Dorset)train London Waterloo - Exeter St Davids / ...
4h 52m
£82–190
Drive 178.1 mi
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1. Drive from Clacton-on-Sea to Shaftesburycar 178.1 mi
3h 48m
£44–63
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Clacton-on-Sea to Stratford (London)train
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Andovertrain
3. Take the bus from Andover Station to Blue Boar Rowbus 8
4. Take the bus from Blue Boar Row to The Town Hallbus 29 / ...
7h 8m
Bus
1. Take the bus from Railway Station to Coach Stationbus 717
2. Take the bus from Coach Station to Stratford City Bus Stationbus A9
3. Take the bus from Stratford City Bus Station to Larmer Tree Park View Pointbus Er6
8h 35m
£59–118

Clacton-on-Sea to Shaftesbury by train, subway, and bus

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Distance: 183.4 mi
Duration: 4h 52m

What companies run services between Clacton-on-Sea, England and Shaftesbury, Dorset, England?

You can take a train from Clacton-on-Sea to The Town Hall via Stratford (London), Stratford station, Waterloo Station, London Waterloo, Gillingham (Dorset), and Gillingham Station in around 4h 52m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Pier Avenue to Shaftesbury via Osborne Street, Post Office, Railway Station, Coach Station, Stratford City Bus Station, and Larmer Tree Park View Point in around 8h 35m.

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