What is the cheapest way to get from Shaftesbury to Burnham-on-Sea?

The cheapest way to get from Shaftesbury to Burnham-on-Sea is to bus which costs £8 - £15 and takes 5h 34m.

What is the fastest way to get from Shaftesbury to Burnham-on-Sea?

The fastest way to get from Shaftesbury to Burnham-on-Sea is to drive which takes 1h 10m and costs £11 - £17.

Is there a direct bus between Shaftesbury and Burnham-on-Sea?

No, there is no direct bus from Shaftesbury to Burnham-on-Sea. However, there are services departing from Bell Street Car Park and arriving at Regent Street via Gillingham Station, Strode College, Crispin Hall and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 34m.

Is there a direct train between Shaftesbury and Burnham-on-Sea?

No, there is no direct train from Shaftesbury to Burnham-on-Sea. However, there are services departing from Gillingham (Dorset) and arriving at Highbridge & Burnham-on-Sea via Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 16m.

How far is it from Shaftesbury to Burnham-on-Sea?

The distance between Shaftesbury and Burnham-on-Sea is 123 miles. The road distance is 48.4 miles.

How do I travel from Shaftesbury to Burnham-on-Sea without a car?

The best way to get from Shaftesbury to Burnham-on-Sea without a car is to train which takes 4h 16m and costs £60 - £130.

How long does it take to get from Shaftesbury to Burnham-on-Sea?

It takes approximately 4h 16m to get from Shaftesbury to Burnham-on-Sea, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Shaftesbury to Burnham-on-Sea bus from?

Shaftesbury to Burnham-on-Sea bus services, operated by South West Coaches, depart from Gillingham Station.

Where do I catch the Shaftesbury to Burnham-on-Sea train from?

Shaftesbury to Burnham-on-Sea train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Gillingham (Dorset) station.

Train or bus from Shaftesbury to Burnham-on-Sea?

The best way to get from Shaftesbury to Burnham-on-Sea is to train which takes 4h 16m and costs £60 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £8 - £15 and takes 5h 34m.

Where does the Shaftesbury to Burnham-on-Sea bus arrive?

Shaftesbury to Burnham-on-Sea bus services, operated by South West Coaches, arrive at Strode College station.

Where does the Shaftesbury to Burnham-on-Sea train arrive?

Shaftesbury to Burnham-on-Sea train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at Exeter St Davids station.

Can I drive from Shaftesbury to Burnham-on-Sea?

Yes, the driving distance between Shaftesbury to Burnham-on-Sea is 48 miles. It takes approximately 1h 10m to drive from Shaftesbury to Burnham-on-Sea.

Where can I stay near Burnham-on-Sea?

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Shaftesbury to Burnham-on-Sea - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 5 ways to get from Shaftesbury to Burnham-on-Sea by train, bus, car, or taxi

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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 Highbridge & Burnham-on-Seatrain Paignton - London Paddington / ...
4h 16m
£60–124
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Gillingham Station to Strode Collegebus 647
2. Take the bus from Crispin Hall to Bus Stationbus 375
5h 34m
£8–15
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Gillingham (Dorset) to Axminstertrain
2. Take the bus from Rail Station to Waterstonesbus 30
3. Take the bus from Castle Way to Regent Streetbus 21A / ...
5h 14m
Drive 48.1 mi
1. Drive from Shaftesbury to Burnham-on-Seacar 48.1 mi
1h 10m
£12–17
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Shaftesbury to Burnham-on-Seataxi 48.1 mi
1h 10m
£100–120

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Distance: 121.8 mi
Duration: 4h 16m

What companies run services between Shaftesbury, Dorset, England and Burnham-on-Sea, England?

You can take a bus from Bell Street Car Park to Burnham-on-Sea via Gillingham Station, Gillingham (Dorset), Exeter St Davids, and Highbridge & Burnham-on-Sea in around 4h 16m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bell Street Car Park to Regent Street via Gillingham Station, Strode College, Crispin Hall, and Bus Station in around 5h 34m.

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