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

The cheapest way to get from Shaftesbury to Buckfastleigh is to drive which costs £22 - £35 and takes 1h 44m.

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

The fastest way to get from Shaftesbury to Buckfastleigh is to drive which takes 1h 44m and costs £22 - £35.

Is there a direct train between Shaftesbury and Buckfastleigh?

No, there is no direct train from Shaftesbury to Buckfastleigh. However, there are services departing from Gillingham (Dorset) and arriving at Totnes via Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 3m.

How far is it from Shaftesbury to Buckfastleigh?

The distance between Shaftesbury and Buckfastleigh is 107 miles. The road distance is 93 miles.

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

The best way to get from Shaftesbury to Buckfastleigh without a car is to train which takes 4h 3m and costs £40 - £100.

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

It takes approximately 4h 3m to get from Shaftesbury to Buckfastleigh, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Shaftesbury to Buckfastleigh train from?

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

Where does the Shaftesbury to Buckfastleigh train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Shaftesbury to Buckfastleigh?

Yes, the driving distance between Shaftesbury to Buckfastleigh is 93 miles. It takes approximately 1h 44m to drive from Shaftesbury to Buckfastleigh.

Where can I stay near Buckfastleigh?

There are 2902+ hotels available in Buckfastleigh.

Shaftesbury to Buckfastleigh - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Shaftesbury to Buckfastleigh 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 Totnestrain London Paddington - Plymouth / ...
4h 3m
£43–96
Drive 92.4 mi
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1. Drive from Shaftesbury to Buckfastleighcar 92.4 mi
1h 44m
£23–33
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Gillingham (Dorset) to Axminstertrain
2. Take the bus from Rail Station to Bus Stationbus 44A
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Station Approachbus 38
6h 11m
£25–52

Shaftesbury to Buckfastleigh by bus and train

121Weekly Services

4h 3mAverage Duration

£43Cheapest Price

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Distance: 106.1 mi
Duration: 4h 3m

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

You can take a bus from Bell Street Car Park to Station Approach via Gillingham Station, Gillingham (Dorset), Exeter St Davids, Totnes, and Station Road in around 4h 3m.

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