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

The cheapest way to get from Oxford to Shaftesbury is to drive which costs £19 - £29 and takes 1h 36m.

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

The fastest way to get from Oxford to Shaftesbury is to drive which takes 1h 36m and costs £19 - £29.

Is there a direct bus between Oxford and Shaftesbury?

No, there is no direct bus from Oxford to Shaftesbury. However, there are services departing from Osney Island and arriving at The Town Hall via Market Place, Fleming Way, North Street and Blue Boar Row. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 52m.

Is there a direct train between Oxford and Shaftesbury?

No, there is no direct train from Oxford to Shaftesbury. However, there are services departing from Oxford and arriving at Gillingham (Dorset) via Basingstoke. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 17m.

How far is it from Oxford to Shaftesbury?

The distance between Oxford and Shaftesbury is 105 miles. The road distance is 81.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Oxford to Shaftesbury without a car is to train which takes 3h 17m and costs £45 - £95.

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

It takes approximately 3h 17m to get from Oxford to Shaftesbury, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Oxford to Shaftesbury bus from?

Oxford to Shaftesbury bus services, operated by Salisbury Reds, depart from Fleming Way station.

Where do I catch the Oxford to Shaftesbury train from?

Oxford to Shaftesbury train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Oxford station.

Train or bus from Oxford to Shaftesbury?

The best way to get from Oxford to Shaftesbury is to train which takes 3h 17m and costs £45 - £95. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 6h 52m.

Where does the Oxford to Shaftesbury bus arrive?

Oxford to Shaftesbury bus services, operated by Salisbury Reds, arrive at North Street station.

Where does the Oxford to Shaftesbury train arrive?

Oxford to Shaftesbury train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Basingstoke station.

Can I drive from Oxford to Shaftesbury?

Yes, the driving distance between Oxford to Shaftesbury is 81 miles. It takes approximately 1h 36m to drive from Oxford to Shaftesbury.

Where can I stay near Shaftesbury?

There are 555+ hotels available in Shaftesbury.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Oxford to Basingstoketrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
2. Take the train from Basingstoke to Gillingham (Dorset)train London Waterloo - Exeter St Davids / ...
3h 17m
£49–92
Drive 80.8 mi
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1. Drive from Oxford to Shaftesburycar 80.8 mi
1h 36m
£20–29
Bus
1. Take the bus from Fleming Way to North Streetbus X5
2. Take the bus from North Street to Blue Boar Rowbus X5 / ...
3. Take the bus from Blue Boar Row to The Town Hallbus 29 / ...
6h 52m

Oxford to Shaftesbury by train and bus

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3h 17mAverage Duration

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Distance: 104.6 mi
Duration: 3h 17m

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

You can take a train from Oxford to The Town Hall via Basingstoke, Gillingham (Dorset), and Gillingham Station in around 3h 17m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Osney Island to The Town Hall via Market Place, Fleming Way, North Street, and Blue Boar Row in around 6h 52m.

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