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

The cheapest way to get from Exmouth to Shaftesbury is to drive which costs £17 - £26 and takes 1h 31m.

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

The fastest way to get from Exmouth to Shaftesbury is to drive which takes 1h 31m and costs £17 - £26.

Is there a direct train between Exmouth and Shaftesbury?

No, there is no direct train from Exmouth to Shaftesbury. However, there are services departing from Exmouth and arriving at Gillingham (Dorset) via Exeter Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 9m.

How far is it from Exmouth to Shaftesbury?

The distance between Exmouth and Shaftesbury is 81 miles. The road distance is 73 miles.

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

The best way to get from Exmouth to Shaftesbury without a car is to train which takes 3h 9m and costs £30 - £80.

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

It takes approximately 3h 9m to get from Exmouth to Shaftesbury, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Exmouth to Shaftesbury train from?

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

Where does the Exmouth to Shaftesbury train arrive?

Exmouth to Shaftesbury train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Exeter Central station.

Can I drive from Exmouth to Shaftesbury?

Yes, the driving distance between Exmouth to Shaftesbury is 73 miles. It takes approximately 1h 31m to drive from Exmouth to Shaftesbury.

Where can I stay near Shaftesbury?

There are 556+ hotels available in Shaftesbury.

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

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

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best
1. Take the train from Exmouth to Exeter Centraltrain Exmouth - Paignton / ...
2. Take the train from Exeter Central to Gillingham (Dorset)train Exeter St Davids - London Waterloo / ...
3h 9m
£35–78
Drive 72.6 mi
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1. Drive from Exmouth to Shaftesburycar 72.6 mi
1h 31m
£18–26
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Portland Avenue to The Elmsbus Coly 11
2. Take the train from Axminster to Gillingham (Dorset)train Exeter St Davids - London Waterloo / ...
4h 11m

Exmouth to Shaftesbury by train and bus

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3h 9mAverage Duration

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Distance: 81 mi
Duration: 3h 9m

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

You can take a train from Exmouth to The Town Hall via Exeter Central, Gillingham (Dorset), and Gillingham Station in around 3h 9m.

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