What is the cheapest way to get from Melksham to Shepton Mallet?

The cheapest way to get from Melksham to Shepton Mallet is to bus and line 162 bus which costs £5 - £7 and takes 2h 42m.

What is the fastest way to get from Melksham to Shepton Mallet?

The fastest way to get from Melksham to Shepton Mallet is to drive which takes 40 min and costs £6 - £10.

Is there a direct bus between Melksham and Shepton Mallet?

No, there is no direct bus from Melksham to Shepton Mallet. However, there are services departing from Market Place and arriving at Great Ostry via Bath Abbey and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 7m.

How far is it from Melksham to Shepton Mallet?

The distance between Melksham and Shepton Mallet is 33 miles. The road distance is 27.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Melksham to Shepton Mallet without a car is to line 272 bus and line 174 bus which takes 2h 7m and costs £4 - £10.

How long does it take to get from Melksham to Shepton Mallet?

It takes approximately 2h 7m to get from Melksham to Shepton Mallet, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Melksham to Shepton Mallet bus from?

Melksham to Shepton Mallet bus services, operated by Faresaver, depart from Market Place station.

Where does the Melksham to Shepton Mallet bus arrive?

Melksham to Shepton Mallet bus services, operated by Faresaver, arrive at Grand Parade station.

Can I drive from Melksham to Shepton Mallet?

Yes, the driving distance between Melksham to Shepton Mallet is 27 miles. It takes approximately 40 min to drive from Melksham to Shepton Mallet.

Where can I stay near Shepton Mallet?

There are 1427+ hotels available in Shepton Mallet.

Melksham to Shepton Mallet - 4 ways to travel via line 272 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Melksham to Shepton Mallet by bus, car, or taxi

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Line 272 bus, line 174 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Market Place to Grand Paradebus 272 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Great Ostrybus 173 / ...
2h 7m
£5–10
Drive 27 mi
1. Drive from Melksham to Shepton Malletcar 27 mi
40 min
£7–10
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Melksham to Shepton Mallettaxi 27 mi
40 min
£120–150
Bus, line 162 bus
1. Take the bus from Market Place to Market Placebus X34
2. Take the bus from Market Place to Police Stationbus 162
2h 42m
£5–6

Melksham to Shepton Mallet by bus

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Distance: 33.1 mi
Duration: 2h 7m

What companies run services between Melksham, Wiltshire, England and Shepton Mallet, England?

You can take a bus from Market Place to Great Ostry via Grand Parade, Bath Abbey, Ambury, and Bus Station in around 2h 7m.

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