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

The cheapest way to get from Paignton to Shaftesbury is to bus which costs £16 - £29 and takes 7h 52m.

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

The fastest way to get from Paignton to Shaftesbury is to drive which takes 1h 48m and costs £22 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Paignton and Shaftesbury?

No, there is no direct bus from Paignton to Shaftesbury. However, there are services departing from Great Western Road and arriving at The Town Hall via Taunton Town Centre Stop I, Strode College and Gillingham Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 52m.

Is there a direct train between Paignton and Shaftesbury?

No, there is no direct train from Paignton to Shaftesbury. However, there are services departing from Paignton and arriving at Gillingham (Dorset) via Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 24m.

How far is it from Paignton to Shaftesbury?

The distance between Paignton and Shaftesbury is 100 miles. The road distance is 93.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Paignton to Shaftesbury without a car is to train which takes 4h 24m and costs £35 - £80.

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

It takes approximately 4h 24m to get from Paignton to Shaftesbury, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Paignton to Shaftesbury bus from?

Paignton to Shaftesbury bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Great Western Road station.

Where do I catch the Paignton to Shaftesbury train from?

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

Train or bus from Paignton to Shaftesbury?

The best way to get from Paignton to Shaftesbury is to train which takes 4h 24m and costs £35 - £80. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £16 - £29 and takes 7h 52m.

Where does the Paignton to Shaftesbury bus arrive?

Paignton to Shaftesbury bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at County Hall station.

Where does the Paignton to Shaftesbury train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Paignton to Shaftesbury?

Yes, the driving distance between Paignton to Shaftesbury is 94 miles. It takes approximately 1h 48m to drive from Paignton to Shaftesbury.

Where can I stay near Shaftesbury?

There are 576+ hotels available in Shaftesbury.

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

How to get fromPaignton to Shaftesbury

Travel from

See all options

Search accommodation with Expedia

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Paignton to Exeter St Davidstrain Paignton - Exmouth / ...
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Gillingham (Dorset)train Exeter St Davids - London Waterloo / ...
4h 24m
£39–80
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Great Western Road to County Hallbus 404 / ...
2. Take the bus from Taunton Town Centre Stop I to Glaston Roadbus 374
3. Take the bus from Strode College to Gillingham Stationbus 647
7h 52m
£17–28
Drive 93.1 mi
1. Drive from Paignton to Shaftesburycar 93.1 mi
1h 48m
£23–34

Paignton to Shaftesbury by train and bus

77Weekly Services

4h 24mAverage Duration

£39Cheapest Price

See schedules

Comparing Your Travel Options

Map of how to get from Paignton to Shaftesbury.

Launch map view

Distance: 99.1 mi
Duration: 4h 24m

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

You can take a train from Paignton to The Town Hall via Exeter St Davids, Gillingham (Dorset), and Gillingham Station in around 4h 24m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Great Western Road to The Town Hall via County Hall, Taunton Town Centre Stop I, Glaston Road, Strode College, and Gillingham Station in around 7h 52m.

Train operators

Bus operators

Want to know more about travelling around United Kingdom

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.