What is the cheapest way to get from Gatwick Airport to Shepton Mallet?

The cheapest way to get from Gatwick Airport to Shepton Mallet is to bus and line 522 bus which costs £21 - £40 and takes 5h 30m.

What is the fastest way to get from Gatwick Airport to Shepton Mallet?

The fastest way to get from Gatwick Airport to Shepton Mallet is to drive which takes 2h 35m and costs £29 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Gatwick Airport and Shepton Mallet?

No, there is no direct bus from Gatwick Airport to Shepton Mallet. However, there are services departing from Gatwick Airport South Terminal and arriving at Great Ostry via Bus Station and The Hollies. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Gatwick Airport and Shepton Mallet?

No, there is no direct train from Gatwick Airport to Shepton Mallet. However, there are services departing from Gatwick Airport and arriving at Castle Cary via Reading. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 3m.

How far is it from Gatwick Airport to Shepton Mallet?

The distance between Gatwick Airport and Shepton Mallet is 142 miles. The road distance is 123.6 miles.

How do I travel from Gatwick Airport to Shepton Mallet without a car?

The best way to get from Gatwick Airport to Shepton Mallet without a car is to train and line 174 bus which takes 4h 2m and costs £55 - £110.

How long does it take to get from Gatwick Airport to Shepton Mallet?

It takes approximately 4h 2m to get from Gatwick Airport to Shepton Mallet, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Gatwick Airport to Shepton Mallet bus from?

Gatwick Airport to Shepton Mallet bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Gatwick Airport South Terminal station.

Where do I catch the Gatwick Airport to Shepton Mallet train from?

Gatwick Airport to Shepton Mallet train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Gatwick Airport station.

Train or bus from Gatwick Airport to Shepton Mallet?

The best way to get from Gatwick Airport to Shepton Mallet is to bus and line 522 bus which takes 5h 30m and costs £21 - £40. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £60 - £120 and takes 5h 3m.

Where does the Gatwick Airport to Shepton Mallet bus arrive?

Gatwick Airport to Shepton Mallet bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Bristol Bus Station.

Where does the Gatwick Airport to Shepton Mallet train arrive?

Gatwick Airport to Shepton Mallet train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Reading station.

Can I drive from Gatwick Airport to Shepton Mallet?

Yes, the driving distance between Gatwick Airport to Shepton Mallet is 124 miles. It takes approximately 2h 35m to drive from Gatwick Airport to Shepton Mallet.

Where can I stay near Shepton Mallet?

There are 1475+ hotels available in Shepton Mallet.

Gatwick Airport to Shepton Mallet - 5 ways to travel via train

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There are 5 ways to get from Gatwick Airport to Shepton Mallet by train, bus, or car

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Train, line 174 bus
best
1. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to Readingtrain
2. Take the train from Reading to Bath Spatrain
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Great Ostrybus 173 / ...
4h 2m
£55–107
Bus, line 522 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Gatwick Airport South Terminal to Bristol Bus Stationbus Uk940
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to The Holliesbus 522 / ...
5h 30m
£21–36
Drive 122.9 mi
1. Drive from Gatwick Airport to Shepton Malletcar 122.9 mi
2h 35m
£30–44
Train
1. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to Readingtrain Gatwick Airport - Reading / ...
2. Take the train from Reading to Castle Carytrain London Paddington - Paignton / ...
5h 3m
£61–118
Bus, line 174 bus
1. Take the bus from South Terminal Coach Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus Oxf
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 403
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Great Ostrybus 173 / ...
5h 39m
£28–67

Gatwick Airport to Shepton Mallet by train and bus

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Distance: 141.4 mi
Duration: 4h 2m

What companies run services between Gatwick Airport, England and Shepton Mallet, England?

You can take a bus from Gatwick Airport South Terminal to Great Ostry via Bristol Bus Station, Bus Station, and The Hollies in around 5h 30m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Gatwick Airport to Frithfield Lane via Reading, Castle Cary, and Castle Cary Station in around 5h 3m.

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