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

The cheapest way to get from Penzance to Shaftesbury is to drive which costs £40 - £65 and takes 3h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Penzance to Shaftesbury is to drive which takes 3h 20m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct train between Penzance and Shaftesbury?

No, there is no direct train from Penzance to Shaftesbury. However, there are services departing from Penzance and arriving at Gillingham (Dorset) via Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 40m.

How far is it from Penzance to Shaftesbury?

The distance between Penzance and Shaftesbury is 202 miles. The road distance is 180.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Penzance to Shaftesbury without a car is to train which takes 5h 40m and costs £85 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 5h 40m to get from Penzance to Shaftesbury, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Penzance to Shaftesbury train from?

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

Where does the Penzance to Shaftesbury train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Penzance to Shaftesbury?

Yes, the driving distance between Penzance to Shaftesbury is 181 miles. It takes approximately 3h 20m to drive from Penzance to Shaftesbury.

Where can I stay near Shaftesbury?

There are 554+ hotels available in Shaftesbury.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Penzance to Exeter St Davidstrain Penzance - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Gillingham (Dorset)train Exeter St Davids - London Waterloo / ...
5h 40m
£89–179
Bus, train
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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
9h 5m
£38–108
Drive 179.6 mi
1. Drive from Penzance to Shaftesburycar 179.6 mi
3h 20m
£44–63

Penzance to Shaftesbury by train and bus

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5h 40mAverage Duration

£89Cheapest Price

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Distance: 201.2 mi
Duration: 5h 40m

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

You can take a train from Penzance to The Town Hall via Exeter St Davids, Gillingham (Dorset), and Gillingham Station in around 5h 40m.

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