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

The cheapest way to get from Fleet to Shaftesbury is to drive which costs £17 - £26 and takes 1h 18m.

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

The fastest way to get from Fleet to Shaftesbury is to drive which takes 1h 18m and costs £17 - £26.

Is there a direct train between Fleet and Shaftesbury?

No, there is no direct train from Fleet to Shaftesbury. However, there are services departing from Fleet and arriving at Gillingham (Dorset) via Basingstoke. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 18m.

How far is it from Fleet to Shaftesbury?

The distance between Fleet and Shaftesbury is 73 miles. The road distance is 71.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Fleet to Shaftesbury without a car is to train which takes 3h 18m and costs £28 - £60.

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

It takes approximately 3h 18m to get from Fleet to Shaftesbury, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Fleet to Shaftesbury train from?

Fleet to Shaftesbury train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Basingstoke station.

Where does the Fleet to Shaftesbury train arrive?

Fleet to Shaftesbury train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at Gillingham (Dorset) station.

Can I drive from Fleet to Shaftesbury?

Yes, the driving distance between Fleet to Shaftesbury is 72 miles. It takes approximately 1h 18m to drive from Fleet to Shaftesbury.

Where can I stay near Shaftesbury?

There are 576+ hotels available in Shaftesbury.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Basingstoke to Gillingham (Dorset)train London Waterloo - Yeovil Junction / ...
3h 18m
£28–57
Drive 71.4 mi
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1. Drive from Fleet to Shaftesburycar 71.4 mi
1h 18m
£18–26
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Basingstoke to Salisburytrain London Waterloo - Salisbury / ...
2. Take the bus from St Paul's Church to The Town Hallbus 27
3h 23m
£19–39

Fleet to Shaftesbury by train and bus

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Distance: 73 mi
Duration: 3h 18m

What companies run services between Fleet, Hampshire, England and Shaftesbury, Dorset, England?

South Western Railway operates a train from Basingstoke to Gillingham (Dorset) hourly. Tickets cost £21–45 and the journey takes 1h 6m.

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