What is the cheapest way to get from Gillingham (Dorset) to Shaftesbury?

The cheapest way to get from Gillingham (Dorset) to Shaftesbury is to bus which costs £3 - £4 and takes 17 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Gillingham (Dorset) to Shaftesbury?

The fastest way to get from Gillingham (Dorset) to Shaftesbury is to taxi which takes 8 min and costs £12 - £15.

Is there a direct bus between Gillingham (Dorset) and Shaftesbury?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Gillingham Station station and arriving at The Town Hall. Services depart hourly, and operate Monday to Saturday. The journey takes approximately 17 min.

How far is it from Gillingham (Dorset) to Shaftesbury?

The distance between Gillingham (Dorset) and Shaftesbury is 4 miles.

How do I travel from Gillingham (Dorset) to Shaftesbury without a car?

The best way to get from Gillingham (Dorset) to Shaftesbury without a car is to bus which takes 17 min and costs £3 - £4.

How long does it take to get from Gillingham (Dorset) to Shaftesbury?

The bus from Gillingham Station to The Town Hall takes 17 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Gillingham (Dorset) to Shaftesbury bus from?

Gillingham (Dorset) to Shaftesbury bus services, operated by South West Coaches, depart from Gillingham Station.

Where does the Gillingham (Dorset) to Shaftesbury bus arrive?

Gillingham (Dorset) to Shaftesbury bus services, operated by South West Coaches, arrive at The Town Hall station.

Where can I stay near Shaftesbury?

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Gillingham (Dorset) to Shaftesbury - 3 ways to travel via bus, taxi, and foot

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There are 3 ways to get from Gillingham (Dorset) to Shaftesbury by bus, taxi, or foot

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1. Take the bus from Gillingham Station to The Town Hallbus Cr2 / ...
17 min
£3–4
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Gillingham (Dorset) to Shaftesburytaxi 4.6 mi
8 min
£12–15
Walk
1. Take the walk from Gillingham (Dorset) to Shaftesburywalk 5.4 mi
1h 43m

Gillingham (Dorset) to Shaftesbury by bus

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Distance: 4.5 mi
Duration: 17 min

What companies run services between Gillingham (Dorset), England and Shaftesbury, Dorset, England?

South West Coaches operates a bus from Gillingham Station to The Town Hall hourly. Tickets cost £3–4 and the journey takes 17 min.

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