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

The cheapest way to get from Nottingham to Shaftesbury is to bus which costs £29 - £45 and takes 9h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Nottingham to Shaftesbury is to drive which takes 3h 17m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Nottingham and Shaftesbury?

No, there is no direct bus from Nottingham station to Shaftesbury. However, there are services departing from Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station and arriving at The Town Hall via London Heathrow Airport, Meeting House Lane and Blue Boar Row. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Nottingham and Shaftesbury?

No, there is no direct train from Nottingham to Shaftesbury. However, there are services departing from Nottingham and arriving at Gillingham (Dorset) via Euston station and London Waterloo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 31m.

How far is it from Nottingham to Shaftesbury?

The distance between Nottingham and Shaftesbury is 239 miles. The road distance is 161.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Nottingham to Shaftesbury without a car is to train via London which takes 5h 31m and costs £95 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 5h 31m to get from Nottingham to Shaftesbury, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Nottingham to Shaftesbury bus from?

Nottingham to Shaftesbury bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Nottingham to Shaftesbury train from?

Nottingham to Shaftesbury train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Nottingham station.

Train or bus from Nottingham to Shaftesbury?

The best way to get from Nottingham to Shaftesbury is to train via London which takes 5h 31m and costs £95 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £29 - £45 and takes 9h 40m.

Where does the Nottingham to Shaftesbury bus arrive?

Nottingham to Shaftesbury bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at London Heathrow Airport station.

Where does the Nottingham to Shaftesbury train arrive?

Nottingham to Shaftesbury train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at London St Pancras Intl station.

Can I drive from Nottingham to Shaftesbury?

Yes, the driving distance between Nottingham to Shaftesbury is 162 miles. It takes approximately 3h 17m to drive from Nottingham to Shaftesbury.

Where can I stay near Shaftesbury?

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Nottingham to Shaftesbury - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Nottingham to Shaftesbury by train, bus, or car

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Nottingham to London St Pancras Intltrain Nottingham - London St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Gillingham (Dorset)train London Waterloo - Exeter St Davids / ...
5h 31m
£97–165
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station to London Heathrow Airportbus
2. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Ringwood Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Blue Boar Row to The Town Hallbus 29 / ...
9h 40m
£29–45
Drive 160.9 mi
1. Drive from Nottingham to Shaftesburycar 160.9 mi
3h 17m
£41–58
Train
1. Take the train from Nottingham to Basingstoketrain Nottingham - Bournemouth / ...
2. Take the train from Basingstoke to Gillingham (Dorset)train London Waterloo - Exeter St Davids / ...
6h 6m
£98–158
Bus via Southampton
1. Take the bus from Broad Marsh Bus Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 230 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Coach Stationbus 032 / ...
3. Take the bus from ASDA & Marlands to Endless Streetbus X7 / ...
4. Take the bus from Blue Boar Row to The Town Hallbus 29 / ...
10h 40m
£35–62

Nottingham to Shaftesbury by train, foot, subway, and bus

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Distance: 238 mi
Duration: 5h 31m

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

You can take a train from Nottingham to The Town Hall via London St Pancras International, Euston station, Waterloo Station, London Waterloo, Gillingham (Dorset), and Gillingham Station in around 5h 31m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station to The Town Hall via London Heathrow Airport, Meeting House Lane, New Canal, and Blue Boar Row in around 9h 40m.

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