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

The cheapest way to get from Shaftesbury to Bruton is to drive which costs £3 - £6 and takes 28 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Shaftesbury to Bruton is to taxi which takes 28 min and costs £30 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Shaftesbury and Bruton?

No, there is no direct bus from Shaftesbury to Bruton. However, there are services departing from Bell Street Car Park and arriving at St Marys Church via Gillingham Station and Memorial Hall. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 54m.

How far is it from Shaftesbury to Bruton?

The distance between Shaftesbury and Bruton is 39 miles. The road distance is 15.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Shaftesbury to Bruton without a car is to bus and train which takes 2h 9m and costs £17 - £40.

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

It takes approximately 2h 9m to get from Shaftesbury to Bruton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Shaftesbury to Bruton bus from?

Shaftesbury to Bruton bus services, operated by South West Coaches, depart from Bell Street Car Park station.

Where does the Shaftesbury to Bruton bus arrive?

Shaftesbury to Bruton bus services, operated by South West Coaches, arrive at Gillingham Station.

Can I drive from Shaftesbury to Bruton?

Yes, the driving distance between Shaftesbury to Bruton is 15 miles. It takes approximately 28 min to drive from Shaftesbury to Bruton.

Where can I stay near Bruton?

There are 1050+ hotels available in Bruton.

Shaftesbury to Bruton - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 647 bus, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Shaftesbury to Bruton by bus, train, taxi, 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 Brutontrain London Waterloo - Westbury
2h 9m
£17–39
Drive 15.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Shaftesbury to Brutoncar 15.4 mi
28 min
£4–6
Bus, line 647 bus
1. Take the bus from Bell Street Car Park to Gillingham Stationbus Cr2 / ...
2. Take the bus from Gillingham Station to Memorial Hallbus 647
2h 54m
£5–6
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Shaftesbury to Brutontaxi 15.4 mi
28 min
£30–45

Shaftesbury to Bruton by bus and train

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2h 9mAverage Duration

£17Cheapest Price

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Distance: 38.6 mi
Duration: 2h 9m

What companies run services between Shaftesbury, Dorset, England and Bruton, Somerset, England?

You can take a bus from Bell Street Car Park to St Marys Church via Gillingham Station and Memorial Hall in around 2h 54m.

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