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

The cheapest way to get from Glastonbury to Shaftesbury is to bus which costs £7 - £12 and takes 3h 2m.

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

The fastest way to get from Glastonbury to Shaftesbury is to drive which takes 53 min and costs £7 - £11.

Is there a direct bus between Glastonbury and Shaftesbury?

No, there is no direct bus from Glastonbury to Shaftesbury. However, there are services departing from Town Hall and arriving at The Town Hall via Strode College and Gillingham Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 2m.

How far is it from Glastonbury to Shaftesbury?

The distance between Glastonbury and Shaftesbury is 36 miles. The road distance is 30.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Glastonbury to Shaftesbury without a car is to bus which takes 3h 2m and costs £7 - £12.

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

It takes approximately 3h 2m to get from Glastonbury to Shaftesbury, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Glastonbury to Shaftesbury bus from?

Glastonbury to Shaftesbury bus services, operated by South West Coaches, depart from Strode College station.

Where does the Glastonbury to Shaftesbury bus arrive?

Glastonbury to Shaftesbury bus services, operated by South West Coaches, arrive at Gillingham Station.

Can I drive from Glastonbury to Shaftesbury?

Yes, the driving distance between Glastonbury to Shaftesbury is 30 miles. It takes approximately 53 min to drive from Glastonbury to Shaftesbury.

Where can I stay near Shaftesbury?

There are 555+ hotels available in Shaftesbury.

Glastonbury to Shaftesbury - 5 ways to travel via bus, car, and taxi

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There are 5 ways to get from Glastonbury to Shaftesbury by bus, car, or taxi

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Strode College to Gillingham Stationbus 647
3h 2m
£7–12
Drive 30 mi
1. Drive from Glastonbury to Shaftesburycar 30 mi
53 min
£8–11
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Glastonbury to Shaftesburytaxi 30 mi
53 min
£60–80
Line 376 bus
1. Take the bus from Town Hall to Bus Stationbus 376 / ...
3h 5m
£13–23
Line 376 bus, line 58 bus
1. Take the bus from Town Hall to Bus Stationbus 376 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Station Roadbus 58
3h 40m

Glastonbury to Shaftesbury by bus and train

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3h 5mAverage Duration

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Distance: 35.3 mi
Duration: 3h 2m

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

South West Coaches operates a bus from Strode College to Gillingham Station once daily. Tickets cost £4–7 and the journey takes 1h 13m.

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