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

The cheapest way to get from Cornwall to Shaftesbury is to drive which costs £30 - £50 and takes 2h 38m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cornwall to Shaftesbury is to drive which takes 2h 38m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct train between Cornwall and Shaftesbury?

No, there is no direct train from Cornwall to Shaftesbury. However, there are services departing from Bodmin Parkway and arriving at Gillingham (Dorset) via Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 27m.

How far is it from Cornwall to Shaftesbury?

The distance between Cornwall and Shaftesbury is 159 miles. The road distance is 139.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cornwall to Shaftesbury without a car is to train which takes 5h 27m and costs £65 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 5h 27m to get from Cornwall to Shaftesbury, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cornwall to Shaftesbury train from?

Cornwall to Shaftesbury train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Bodmin Parkway station.

Where does the Cornwall to Shaftesbury train arrive?

Cornwall to Shaftesbury train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Exeter St Davids station.

Can I drive from Cornwall to Shaftesbury?

Yes, the driving distance between Cornwall to Shaftesbury is 140 miles. It takes approximately 2h 38m to drive from Cornwall to Shaftesbury.

Where can I stay near Shaftesbury?

There are 556+ hotels available in Shaftesbury.

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

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

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best
1. Take the train from Bodmin Parkway to Exeter St Davidstrain Penzance - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Gillingham (Dorset)train Exeter St Davids - London Waterloo / ...
5h 27m
£68–142
Drive 139 mi
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1. Drive from Cornwall to Shaftesburycar 139 mi
2h 38m
£34–49
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Dennison Road Car Park to Plymouth Coach Stationbus 406 / ...
2. Take the bus from Plymouth Coach Station to Bampfylde Streetbus 504 / ...
3. Take the train from Exeter Central to Gillingham (Dorset)train
6h 55m
£44–110

Cornwall to Shaftesbury by bus and train

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5h 27mAverage Duration

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Distance: 158.5 mi
Duration: 5h 27m

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

You can take a bus from Roundabout to The Town Hall via Bodmin Parkway Station, Bodmin Parkway, Exeter St Davids, Gillingham (Dorset), and Gillingham Station in around 5h 27m.

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