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

The cheapest way to get from Newquay to Shaftesbury is to drive which costs £35 - £55 and takes 2h 52m.

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

The fastest way to get from Newquay to Shaftesbury is to drive which takes 2h 52m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct train between Newquay and Shaftesbury?

No, there is no direct train from Newquay to Shaftesbury. However, there are services departing from Newquay and arriving at Gillingham (Dorset) via Par and Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h.

How far is it from Newquay to Shaftesbury?

The distance between Newquay and Shaftesbury is 178 miles. The road distance is 152.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Newquay to Shaftesbury without a car is to train which takes 6h and costs £70 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 6h to get from Newquay to Shaftesbury, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Newquay to Shaftesbury train from?

Newquay to Shaftesbury train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Par station.

Where does the Newquay to Shaftesbury train arrive?

Newquay to Shaftesbury train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Exeter St Davids station.

Can I drive from Newquay to Shaftesbury?

Yes, the driving distance between Newquay to Shaftesbury is 153 miles. It takes approximately 2h 52m to drive from Newquay to Shaftesbury.

Where can I stay near Shaftesbury?

There are 554+ hotels available in Shaftesbury.

Newquay to Shaftesbury - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Newquay to Shaftesbury by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Par to Exeter St Davidstrain Penzance - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Gillingham (Dorset)train Exeter St Davids - London Waterloo / ...
6h
£74–161
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bampfylde Streetbus 406 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Rail Stationbus 44A
3. Take the train from Axminster to Gillingham (Dorset)train
7h 45m
£34–93
Drive 152.1 mi
1. Drive from Newquay to Shaftesburycar 152.1 mi
2h 52m
£37–54

Newquay to Shaftesbury by train and bus

103Weekly Services

6hAverage Duration

£74Cheapest Price

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Distance: 177.1 mi
Duration: 6h

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

You can take a train from Newquay to The Town Hall via Par, Exeter St Davids, Gillingham (Dorset), and Gillingham Station in around 6h.

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