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

The cheapest way to get from Derby to Shaftesbury is to drive which costs £35 - £60 and takes 3h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Derby to Shaftesbury is to drive which takes 3h 20m and costs £35 - £60.

Is there a direct train between Derby and Shaftesbury?

No, there is no direct train from Derby to Shaftesbury. However, there are services departing from Derby and arriving at Gillingham (Dorset) via Reading and Basingstoke. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 44m.

How far is it from Derby to Shaftesbury?

The distance between Derby and Shaftesbury is 210 miles. The road distance is 157.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Derby to Shaftesbury without a car is to train which takes 5h 44m and costs £85 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 5h 44m to get from Derby to Shaftesbury, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Derby to Shaftesbury train from?

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

Where does the Derby to Shaftesbury train arrive?

Derby to Shaftesbury train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Reading station.

Can I drive from Derby to Shaftesbury?

Yes, the driving distance between Derby to Shaftesbury is 157 miles. It takes approximately 3h 20m to drive from Derby to Shaftesbury.

Where can I stay near Shaftesbury?

There are 575+ hotels available in Shaftesbury.

Derby to Shaftesbury - 3 ways to travel via train, car, and line 57 bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Derby to Readingtrain Newcastle - Reading / ...
2. Take the train from Basingstoke to Gillingham (Dorset)train London Waterloo - Yeovil Junction / ...
5h 44m
£87–146
Drive 156.6 mi
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1. Drive from Derby to Shaftesburycar 156.6 mi
3h 20m
£39–56
Train, line 57 bus
1. Take the train from Derby to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Warminstertrain
3. Take the bus from Market Place to Gillingham Stationbus 57
6h 25m
£76–116

Derby to Shaftesbury by train and bus

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5h 44mAverage Duration

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Distance: 209 mi
Duration: 5h 44m

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

You can take a train from Derby to The Town Hall via Reading, Basingstoke, Gillingham (Dorset), and Gillingham Station in around 5h 44m.

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