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

The cheapest way to get from Shaftesbury to Basingstoke is to drive which costs £14 - £21 and takes 1h 6m.

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

The fastest way to get from Shaftesbury to Basingstoke is to drive which takes 1h 6m and costs £14 - £21.

Is there a direct bus between Shaftesbury and Basingstoke?

No, there is no direct bus from Shaftesbury to Basingstoke. However, there are services departing from The Town Hall and arriving at Victory Roundabout via Blue Boar Row and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 57m.

How far is it from Shaftesbury to Basingstoke?

The distance between Shaftesbury and Basingstoke is 62 miles. The road distance is 59.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Shaftesbury to Basingstoke without a car is to bus and train which takes 1h 55m and costs £26 - £60.

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

It takes approximately 1h 55m to get from Shaftesbury to Basingstoke, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Shaftesbury to Basingstoke bus from?

Shaftesbury to Basingstoke bus services, operated by Salisbury Reds, depart from The Town Hall station.

Where does the Shaftesbury to Basingstoke bus arrive?

Shaftesbury to Basingstoke bus services, operated by Salisbury Reds, arrive at New Canal station.

Can I drive from Shaftesbury to Basingstoke?

Yes, the driving distance between Shaftesbury to Basingstoke is 60 miles. It takes approximately 1h 6m to drive from Shaftesbury to Basingstoke.

Where can I stay near Basingstoke?

There are 820+ hotels available in Basingstoke.

Shaftesbury to Basingstoke - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and line 76 bus

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

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Bell Street Car Park to Gillingham Stationbus Cr2 / ...
2. Take the train from Gillingham (Dorset) to Basingstoketrain Exeter St Davids - London Waterloo / ...
1h 55m
£26–59
Drive 59.5 mi
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1. Drive from Shaftesbury to Basingstokecar 59.5 mi
1h 6m
£15–21
Bus, line 76 bus
1. Take the bus from The Town Hall to New Canalbus 29
2. Take the bus from Blue Boar Row to Bus Stationbus 8 / ...
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Victory Roundaboutbus 76
3h 57m

Shaftesbury to Basingstoke by bus and train

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1h 55mAverage Duration

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Distance: 61.9 mi
Duration: 1h 55m

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

You can take a bus from The Town Hall to Victory Roundabout via New Canal, Blue Boar Row, and Bus Station in around 3h 57m.

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