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

The cheapest way to get from Dawlish to Shaftesbury is to drive which costs £19 - £29 and takes 1h 42m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dawlish to Shaftesbury is to drive which takes 1h 42m and costs £19 - £29.

Is there a direct train between Dawlish and Shaftesbury?

No, there is no direct train from Dawlish to Shaftesbury. However, there are services departing from Dawlish and arriving at Gillingham (Dorset) via Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 13m.

How far is it from Dawlish to Shaftesbury?

The distance between Dawlish and Shaftesbury is 84 miles. The road distance is 80.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dawlish to Shaftesbury without a car is to train which takes 3h 13m and costs £35 - £80.

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

It takes approximately 3h 13m to get from Dawlish to Shaftesbury, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dawlish to Shaftesbury train from?

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

Where does the Dawlish to Shaftesbury train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Dawlish to Shaftesbury?

Yes, the driving distance between Dawlish to Shaftesbury is 81 miles. It takes approximately 1h 42m to drive from Dawlish to Shaftesbury.

Where can I stay near Shaftesbury?

There are 553+ hotels available in Shaftesbury.

Dawlish to Shaftesbury - 3 ways to travel via train, line 2 bus, bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Dawlish to Exeter St Davidstrain Paignton - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Gillingham (Dorset)train Exeter St Davids - London Waterloo / ...
3h 13m
£35–79
Drive 80.3 mi
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1. Drive from Dawlish to Shaftesburycar 80.3 mi
1h 42m
£20–29
Line 2 bus, bus, train
1. Take the bus from Lanherne to Bus Stationbus 2
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Rail Stationbus 44A
3. Take the train from Axminster to Gillingham (Dorset)train
5h 24m
£25–51

Dawlish to Shaftesbury by train and bus

124Weekly Services

3h 13mAverage Duration

£35Cheapest Price

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Distance: 83.3 mi
Duration: 3h 13m

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

You can take a train from Dawlish to The Town Hall via Exeter St Davids, Gillingham (Dorset), and Gillingham Station in around 3h 13m.

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