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

The cheapest way to get from Falmouth to Shaftesbury is to bus and train via Axminster which costs £35 - £75 and takes 9h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Falmouth to Shaftesbury is to drive which takes 3h 12m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct train between Falmouth and Shaftesbury?

No, there is no direct train from Falmouth to Shaftesbury. However, there are services departing from Penmere and arriving at Gillingham (Dorset) via Truro and Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 58m.

How far is it from Falmouth to Shaftesbury?

The distance between Falmouth and Shaftesbury is 187 miles. The road distance is 168.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Falmouth to Shaftesbury without a car is to train which takes 5h 58m and costs £75 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 5h 58m to get from Falmouth to Shaftesbury, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Falmouth to Shaftesbury train from?

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

Where does the Falmouth to Shaftesbury train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Falmouth to Shaftesbury?

Yes, the driving distance between Falmouth to Shaftesbury is 169 miles. It takes approximately 3h 12m to drive from Falmouth to Shaftesbury.

Where can I stay near Shaftesbury?

There are 552+ hotels available in Shaftesbury.

Falmouth to Shaftesbury - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Falmouth to Shaftesbury by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Truro 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 58m
£80–168
Bus, train via Axminster
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Falmouth University and University of Exeter to Exeterbus
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Rail Stationbus 44A
3. Take the train from Axminster to Gillingham (Dorset)train
9h 10m
£37–72
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Argos to Bampfylde Streetbus 404
2. Take the train from Honiton to Gillingham (Dorset)train Exeter St Davids - London Waterloo / ...
8h 3m
£48–112
Drive 167.7 mi
1. Drive from Falmouth to Shaftesburycar 167.7 mi
3h 12m
£41–59

Falmouth to Shaftesbury by train and bus

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Distance: 185.9 mi
Duration: 5h 58m

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

You can take a train from Penmere to The Town Hall via Truro, Exeter St Davids, Gillingham (Dorset), and Gillingham Station in around 5h 58m.

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