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

The cheapest way to get from Folkestone to Shaftesbury is to drive which costs £40 - £60 and takes 2h 53m.

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

The fastest way to get from Folkestone to Shaftesbury is to drive which takes 2h 53m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Folkestone and Shaftesbury?

No, there is no direct bus from Folkestone to Shaftesbury. However, there are services departing from Bouverie Road West and arriving at The Town Hall via London Victoria, Meeting House Lane and Blue Boar Row. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 39m.

Is there a direct train between Folkestone and Shaftesbury?

No, there is no direct train from Folkestone to Shaftesbury. However, there are services departing from Folkestone Central and arriving at Gillingham (Dorset) via Euston station and London Waterloo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 34m.

How far is it from Folkestone to Shaftesbury?

The distance between Folkestone and Shaftesbury is 183 miles. The road distance is 171.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Folkestone to Shaftesbury without a car is to train via London which takes 4h 34m and costs £80 - £190.

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

It takes approximately 4h 34m to get from Folkestone to Shaftesbury, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Folkestone to Shaftesbury bus from?

Folkestone to Shaftesbury bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bouverie Road West station.

Where do I catch the Folkestone to Shaftesbury train from?

Folkestone to Shaftesbury train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Folkestone Central station.

Train or bus from Folkestone to Shaftesbury?

The best way to get from Folkestone to Shaftesbury is to train via London which takes 4h 34m and costs £80 - £190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 9h 39m.

Where does the Folkestone to Shaftesbury bus arrive?

Folkestone to Shaftesbury bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals.

Where does the Folkestone to Shaftesbury train arrive?

Folkestone to Shaftesbury train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at London St Pancras Intl station.

Can I drive from Folkestone to Shaftesbury?

Yes, the driving distance between Folkestone to Shaftesbury is 172 miles. It takes approximately 2h 53m to drive from Folkestone to Shaftesbury.

Where can I stay near Shaftesbury?

There are 556+ hotels available in Shaftesbury.

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

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

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Folkestone Central to London St Pancras Intltrain Ramsgate - St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Gillingham (Dorset)train London Waterloo - Exeter St Davids / ...
4h 34m
£81–182
Drive 170.8 mi
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1. Drive from Folkestone to Shaftesburycar 170.8 mi
2h 53m
£42–61
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bouverie Road West to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 007
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Meeting House Lanebus 035
3. Take the bus from Blue Boar Row to The Town Hallbus 29 / ...
9h 39m
Train
1. Take the train from Folkestone Central to London Waterloo Easttrain Ramsgate - London Charing Cross / ...
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Gillingham (Dorset)train London Waterloo - Exeter St Davids / ...
4h 58m
£79–174

Folkestone to Shaftesbury by train, foot, subway, and bus

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4h 34mAverage Duration

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Distance: 181.8 mi
Duration: 4h 34m

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

You can take a train from Folkestone Central to The Town Hall via London St Pancras International, Euston station, Waterloo Station, London Waterloo, Gillingham (Dorset), and Gillingham Station in around 4h 34m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bouverie Road West to The Town Hall via London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals, London Victoria, Meeting House Lane, New Canal, and Blue Boar Row in around 9h 39m.

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