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

The cheapest way to get from Coventry to Shaftesbury is to drive which costs £27 - £40 and takes 2h 28m.

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

The fastest way to get from Coventry to Shaftesbury is to drive which takes 2h 28m and costs £27 - £40.

Is there a direct train between Coventry and Shaftesbury?

No, there is no direct train from Coventry to Shaftesbury. However, there are services departing from Coventry and arriving at Gillingham (Dorset) via Basingstoke. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 35m.

How far is it from Coventry to Shaftesbury?

The distance between Coventry and Shaftesbury is 157 miles. The road distance is 113.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Coventry to Shaftesbury without a car is to train which takes 4h 35m and costs £75 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 4h 35m to get from Coventry to Shaftesbury, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Coventry to Shaftesbury train from?

Coventry to Shaftesbury train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Coventry station.

Where does the Coventry to Shaftesbury train arrive?

Coventry to Shaftesbury train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Basingstoke station.

Can I drive from Coventry to Shaftesbury?

Yes, the driving distance between Coventry to Shaftesbury is 113 miles. It takes approximately 2h 28m to drive from Coventry to Shaftesbury.

Where can I stay near Shaftesbury?

There are 555+ hotels available in Shaftesbury.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Coventry to Basingstoketrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
2. Take the train from Basingstoke to Gillingham (Dorset)train London Waterloo - Exeter St Davids / ...
4h 35m
£78–131
Drive 112.4 mi
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1. Drive from Coventry to Shaftesburycar 112.4 mi
2h 28m
£28–40
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Solihull to Worcester Foregate Streettrain
2. Take the train from Worcester Foregate Street to Salisburytrain
3. Take the bus from St Paul's Church to The Town Hallbus 27
9h 11m

Coventry to Shaftesbury by train and bus

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4h 35mAverage Duration

£78Cheapest Price

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Distance: 156.6 mi
Duration: 4h 35m

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

You can take a train from Coventry to The Town Hall via Basingstoke, Gillingham (Dorset), and Gillingham Station in around 4h 35m.

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