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

The cheapest way to get from Portland to Shaftesbury is to drive which costs £10 - £15 and takes 57 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Portland to Shaftesbury is to drive which takes 57 min and costs £10 - £15.

Is there a direct bus between Portland and Shaftesbury?

No, there is no direct bus from Portland to Shaftesbury. However, there are services departing from Mereside and arriving at The Town Hall via Kings Statue and Crown Hotel. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 12m.

Is there a direct train between Portland and Shaftesbury?

No, there is no direct train from Portland to Shaftesbury. However, there are services departing from Weymouth and arriving at Gillingham (Dorset) via Yeovil Pen Mill. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 33m.

How far is it from Portland to Shaftesbury?

The distance between Portland and Shaftesbury is 45 miles. The road distance is 41.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Portland to Shaftesbury without a car is to bus which takes 4h 12m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 4h 12m to get from Portland to Shaftesbury, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Portland to Shaftesbury bus from?

Portland to Shaftesbury bus services, operated by Damory Coaches, depart from Kings Statue station.

Where do I catch the Portland to Shaftesbury train from?

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

Train or bus from Portland to Shaftesbury?

The best way to get from Portland to Shaftesbury is to bus which takes 4h 12m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs £23 - £45 and takes 4h 33m.

Where does the Portland to Shaftesbury bus arrive?

Portland to Shaftesbury bus services, operated by Damory Coaches, arrive at Crown Hotel station.

Where does the Portland to Shaftesbury train arrive?

Portland to Shaftesbury train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Yeovil Pen Mill station.

Can I drive from Portland to Shaftesbury?

Yes, the driving distance between Portland to Shaftesbury is 41 miles. It takes approximately 57 min to drive from Portland to Shaftesbury.

Where can I stay near Shaftesbury?

There are 555+ hotels available in Shaftesbury.

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There are 4 ways to get from Portland to Shaftesbury by bus, train, car, or taxi

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Kings Statue to Crown Hotelbus Cr8
2. Take the bus from Crown Hotel to The Town Hallbus Cr7
4h 12m
Drive 41.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Portland to Shaftesburycar 41.2 mi
57 min
£10–15
Train
1. Take the train from Weymouth to Yeovil Pen Milltrain Weymouth - Gloucester / ...
2. Take the train from Yeovil Pen Mill to Gillingham (Dorset)train Yeovil Pen Mill - London Waterloo / ...
4h 33m
£23–45
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Portland to Shaftesburytaxi 41.2 mi
57 min
£85–110

Portland to Shaftesbury by bus, foot, and train

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4h 33mAverage Duration

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Distance: 45.1 mi
Duration: 4h 12m

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

You can take a bus from Mereside to The Town Hall via Kings Statue and Crown Hotel in around 4h 12m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Mereside to The Town Hall via Kings Statue, Weymouth, Yeovil Pen Mill, Gillingham (Dorset), and Gillingham Station in around 4h 33m.

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