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

The cheapest way to get from Colchester to Shaftesbury is to drive which costs £40 - £60 and takes 3h 32m.

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

The fastest way to get from Colchester to Shaftesbury is to drive which takes 3h 32m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct train between Colchester and Shaftesbury?

No, there is no direct train from Colchester to Shaftesbury. However, there are services departing from Colchester and arriving at Gillingham (Dorset) via Stratford station and London Waterloo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 15m.

How far is it from Colchester to Shaftesbury?

The distance between Colchester and Shaftesbury is 167 miles. The road distance is 164.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Colchester to Shaftesbury without a car is to train which takes 4h 15m and costs £65 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 4h 15m to get from Colchester to Shaftesbury, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Colchester to Shaftesbury train from?

Colchester to Shaftesbury train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from Colchester station.

Where does the Colchester to Shaftesbury train arrive?

Colchester to Shaftesbury train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at Stratford (London) station.

Can I drive from Colchester to Shaftesbury?

Yes, the driving distance between Colchester to Shaftesbury is 165 miles. It takes approximately 3h 32m to drive from Colchester to Shaftesbury.

Where can I stay near Shaftesbury?

There are 558+ hotels available in Shaftesbury.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Colchester to Stratford (London)train Norwich - London Liverpool Street / ...
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Gillingham (Dorset)train London Waterloo - Exeter St Davids / ...
4h 15m
£66–130
Drive 163.8 mi
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1. Drive from Colchester to Shaftesburycar 163.8 mi
3h 32m
£41–59
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Colchester 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 / ...
6h 31m
£56–104

Colchester to Shaftesbury by train, subway, and bus

130Weekly Services

4h 15mAverage Duration

£66Cheapest Price

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Distance: 165.6 mi
Duration: 4h 15m

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

You can take a train from Colchester to The Town Hall via Stratford (London), Stratford station, Waterloo Station, London Waterloo, Gillingham (Dorset), and Gillingham Station in around 4h 15m.

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