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How to get fromShaftesbury to Beaminsterby bus, train, car, or taxi

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

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  1. Bus, train

    best
    1. Take the bus from Bell Street Car Park to Gillingham Stationbus bus Cr2
    2. Take the train from Gillingham (Dorset) to Crewkernetrain train
    3. Take the bus from Crewkerne station to The Fire Stationbus bus Cr6
    2h 49m

  2. Drive 31.6 mi

    cheapest
    1. Drive from Shaftesbury to Beaminstercar car 31.6 mi
    1h 2m
    £8–12

  3. Taxi

    1. Take the taxi from Shaftesbury to Beaminstertaxi taxi 31.6 mi
    1h 2m
    £65–80

Questions & Answers

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  • Distance: 38 mi
  • Duration: 2h 49m

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

There is no direct connection from Shaftesbury to Beaminster. However, you can take the bus to Gillingham Station, walk to Gillingham (Dorset), take the train to Crewkerne, walk to Crewkerne station, then take the bus to The Fire Station. Alternatively, you can drive from Shaftesbury to Beaminster in around 1h 2m.

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