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

The cheapest way to get from Shaftesbury to Bude is to bus which costs £15 - £25 and takes 9h 44m.

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

The fastest way to get from Shaftesbury to Bude is to drive which takes 2h 35m and costs £30 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Shaftesbury and Bude?

No, there is no direct bus from Shaftesbury to Bude. However, there are services departing from Bell Street Car Park and arriving at The Strand via Gillingham Station, Glaston Road, Taunton BP Garage, Bus Station and West Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 44m.

How far is it from Shaftesbury to Bude?

The distance between Shaftesbury and Bude is 125 miles. The road distance is 122.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Shaftesbury to Bude without a car is to train and line 66 bus and bus which takes 6h 26m and costs £30 - £70.

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

It takes approximately 6h 26m to get from Shaftesbury to Bude, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Shaftesbury to Bude bus from?

Shaftesbury to Bude bus services, operated by South West Coaches, depart from Gillingham Station.

Where does the Shaftesbury to Bude bus arrive?

Shaftesbury to Bude bus services, operated by South West Coaches, arrive at Strode College station.

Can I drive from Shaftesbury to Bude?

Yes, the driving distance between Shaftesbury to Bude is 122 miles. It takes approximately 2h 35m to drive from Shaftesbury to Bude.

Where can I stay near Bude?

There are 1298+ hotels available in Bude.

Shaftesbury to Bude - 3 ways to travel via train, line 66 bus, bus, and car

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

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Train, line 66 bus, bus
best
1. Take the train from Gillingham (Dorset) to Exeter St Davidstrain
2. Take the bus from Clifton Place to Tenby Housebus 66
3. Take the bus from West Street to The Strandbus 6
6h 26m
£33–67
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1. Take the bus from Gillingham Station to Strode Collegebus 647
2. Take the bus from Taunton BP Garage to Exeterbus
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Tenby Housebus 66
4. Take the bus from West Street to The Strandbus 6
9h 44m
£15–25
Drive 121.6 mi
1. Drive from Shaftesbury to Budecar 121.6 mi
2h 35m
£31–44

Shaftesbury to Bude by bus and train

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6h 26mAverage Duration

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Distance: 124.6 mi
Duration: 6h 26m

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

You can take a bus from Bell Street Car Park to The Strand via Gillingham Station, Strode College, Glaston Road, Ilminster Road Busway, Taunton BP Garage, Exeter, Bus Station, Tenby House, and West Street in around 9h 44m.

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