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

The cheapest way to get from Shaftesbury to Brixham is to drive which costs £23 - £35 and takes 1h 56m.

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

The fastest way to get from Shaftesbury to Brixham is to drive which takes 1h 56m and costs £23 - £35.

Is there a direct train between Shaftesbury and Brixham?

No, there is no direct train from Shaftesbury to Brixham. However, there are services departing from Gillingham (Dorset) and arriving at Paignton via Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 7m.

How far is it from Shaftesbury to Brixham?

The distance between Shaftesbury and Brixham is 105 miles. The road distance is 97.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Shaftesbury to Brixham without a car is to train which takes 4h 7m and costs £40 - £100.

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

It takes approximately 4h 7m to get from Shaftesbury to Brixham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Shaftesbury to Brixham train from?

Shaftesbury to Brixham train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Gillingham (Dorset) station.

Where does the Shaftesbury to Brixham train arrive?

Shaftesbury to Brixham train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at Exeter St Davids station.

Can I drive from Shaftesbury to Brixham?

Yes, the driving distance between Shaftesbury to Brixham is 98 miles. It takes approximately 1h 56m to drive from Shaftesbury to Brixham.

Where can I stay near Brixham?

There are 2618+ hotels available in Brixham.

Shaftesbury to Brixham - 4 ways to travel via train, line 44 bus, and bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Gillingham (Dorset) to Exeter St Davidstrain London Waterloo - Exeter St Davids / ...
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Paigntontrain Exmouth - Paignton / ...
4h 7m
£44–96
Drive 97 mi
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1. Drive from Shaftesbury to Brixhamcar 97 mi
1h 56m
£24–35
Train, line 44 bus, bus, line 12 bus
1. Take the train from Gillingham (Dorset) to Honitontrain
2. Take the bus from Job Centre to Bus Stationbus 44 / ...
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Sherborne Roadbus 2 / ...
4. Take the bus from Sherborne Road to Museumbus 12
7h 27m
£30–66
Train, line 12 bus
1. Take the train from Gillingham (Dorset) to Exeter St Davidstrain London Waterloo - Exeter St Davids / ...
2. Take the bus from Rail Station to Town Squarebus 12
4h 23m
£41–90

Shaftesbury to Brixham by bus and train

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4h 7mAverage Duration

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Distance: 104.2 mi
Duration: 4h 7m

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

You can take a bus from Bell Street Car Park to Museum via Gillingham Station, Gillingham (Dorset), Exeter St Davids, Paignton, and Bus Station in around 4h 7m.

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