What is the cheapest way to get from Royal Tunbridge Wells to Shaftesbury?

The cheapest way to get from Royal Tunbridge Wells to Shaftesbury is to drive which costs £30 - £50 and takes 2h 19m.

What is the fastest way to get from Royal Tunbridge Wells to Shaftesbury?

The fastest way to get from Royal Tunbridge Wells to Shaftesbury is to drive which takes 2h 19m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct train between Royal Tunbridge Wells and Shaftesbury?

No, there is no direct train from Royal Tunbridge Wells to Shaftesbury. However, there are services departing from Tunbridge Wells and arriving at Gillingham (Dorset) via London Waterloo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 11m.

How far is it from Royal Tunbridge Wells to Shaftesbury?

The distance between Royal Tunbridge Wells and Shaftesbury is 144 miles. The road distance is 134.7 miles.

How do I travel from Royal Tunbridge Wells to Shaftesbury without a car?

The best way to get from Royal Tunbridge Wells to Shaftesbury without a car is to train which takes 4h 11m and costs £60 - £140.

How long does it take to get from Royal Tunbridge Wells to Shaftesbury?

It takes approximately 4h 11m to get from Royal Tunbridge Wells to Shaftesbury, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Royal Tunbridge Wells to Shaftesbury train from?

Royal Tunbridge Wells to Shaftesbury train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Tunbridge Wells station.

Where does the Royal Tunbridge Wells to Shaftesbury train arrive?

Royal Tunbridge Wells to Shaftesbury train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at London Waterloo East station.

Can I drive from Royal Tunbridge Wells to Shaftesbury?

Yes, the driving distance between Royal Tunbridge Wells to Shaftesbury is 135 miles. It takes approximately 2h 19m to drive from Royal Tunbridge Wells to Shaftesbury.

Where can I stay near Shaftesbury?

There are 553+ hotels available in Shaftesbury.

Royal Tunbridge Wells to Shaftesbury - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Royal Tunbridge Wells to Shaftesbury by train, bus, or car

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best
1. Take the train from Tunbridge Wells to London Waterloo Easttrain Hastings - London Charing Cross / ...
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Gillingham (Dorset)train London Waterloo - Exeter St Davids / ...
4h 11m
£60–138
Drive 133.9 mi
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1. Drive from Royal Tunbridge Wells to Shaftesburycar 133.9 mi
2h 19m
£33–47
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from War Memorial to Valley Gardensbus 29 / ...
2. Take the train from Brighton to Southampton Centraltrain
3. Take the bus from Central Station to Endless Streetbus X7 / ...
4. Take the bus from Blue Boar Row to The Town Hallbus 29 / ...
8h 41m

Royal Tunbridge Wells to Shaftesbury by train, foot, and bus

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4h 11mAverage Duration

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Distance: 142.9 mi
Duration: 4h 11m

What companies run services between Royal Tunbridge Wells, England and Shaftesbury, Dorset, England?

You can take a train from Tunbridge Wells to The Town Hall via London Waterloo East, London Waterloo, Gillingham (Dorset), and Gillingham Station in around 4h 11m.

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