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

The cheapest way to get from Guildford to Shaftesbury is to bus which costs £17 - £35 and takes 6h 37m.

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

The fastest way to get from Guildford to Shaftesbury is to drive which takes 1h 34m and costs £20 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Guildford and Shaftesbury?

No, there is no direct bus from Guildford station to Shaftesbury. However, there are services departing from Guildford station and arriving at The Town Hall via London Heathrow Airport Terminal 5, Meeting House Lane and Blue Boar Row. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 37m.

Is there a direct train between Guildford and Shaftesbury?

No, there is no direct train from Guildford to Shaftesbury. However, there are services departing from Guildford and arriving at Gillingham (Dorset) via Woking. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 44m.

How far is it from Guildford to Shaftesbury?

The distance between Guildford and Shaftesbury is 92 miles. The road distance is 83.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Guildford to Shaftesbury without a car is to train which takes 3h 44m and costs £30 - £75.

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

It takes approximately 3h 44m to get from Guildford to Shaftesbury, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Guildford to Shaftesbury bus from?

Guildford to Shaftesbury bus services, operated by First Berkshire & The Thames Valley, depart from Guildford station.

Where do I catch the Guildford to Shaftesbury train from?

Guildford to Shaftesbury train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Woking station.

Train or bus from Guildford to Shaftesbury?

The best way to get from Guildford to Shaftesbury is to train which takes 3h 44m and costs £30 - £75. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £17 - £35 and takes 6h 37m.

Where does the Guildford to Shaftesbury bus arrive?

Guildford to Shaftesbury bus services, operated by First Berkshire & The Thames Valley, arrive at Heathrow Terminal 5 station.

Where does the Guildford to Shaftesbury train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Guildford to Shaftesbury?

Yes, the driving distance between Guildford to Shaftesbury is 84 miles. It takes approximately 1h 34m to drive from Guildford to Shaftesbury.

Where can I stay near Shaftesbury?

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Guildford to Shaftesbury - 4 ways to travel via train, line 34 bus, bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Woking to Gillingham (Dorset)train London Waterloo - Exeter St Davids / ...
3h 44m
£34–74
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Guildford station to Heathrow Terminal 5bus Ra2
2. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 to Ringwood Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Blue Boar Row to The Town Hallbus 29 / ...
6h 37m
£17–31
Line 34 bus, train, bus
1. Take the bus from Friary Bus Station to Woking stationbus 34 / ...
2. Take the train from Woking to Salisburytrain
3. Take the bus from St Paul's Church to The Town Hallbus 27
4h 21m
£26–52
Drive 83.2 mi
1. Drive from Guildford to Shaftesburycar 83.2 mi
1h 34m
£21–31

Guildford to Shaftesbury by train and bus

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3h 44mAverage Duration

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Distance: 91.1 mi
Duration: 3h 44m

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

South Western Railway operates a train from Woking to Gillingham (Dorset) every 3 hours. Tickets cost £29–65 and the journey takes 1h 30m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Guildford station to The Town Hall via London Heathrow Airport Terminal 5, Meeting House Lane, New Canal, and Blue Boar Row in around 6h 37m.

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