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

The cheapest way to get from Shaftesbury to Chichester is to drive which costs £18 - £28 and takes 1h 29m.

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

The fastest way to get from Shaftesbury to Chichester is to drive which takes 1h 29m and costs £18 - £28.

Is there a direct train between Shaftesbury and Chichester?

No, there is no direct train from Shaftesbury to Chichester. However, there are services departing from Gillingham (Dorset) and arriving at Chichester via Salisbury and Southampton Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 31m.

How far is it from Shaftesbury to Chichester?

The distance between Shaftesbury and Chichester is 84 miles. The road distance is 75 miles.

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

The best way to get from Shaftesbury to Chichester without a car is to train which takes 3h 31m and costs £30 - £65.

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

It takes approximately 3h 31m to get from Shaftesbury to Chichester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Shaftesbury to Chichester train from?

Shaftesbury to Chichester train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Salisbury station.

Where does the Shaftesbury to Chichester train arrive?

Shaftesbury to Chichester train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Southampton Central station.

Can I drive from Shaftesbury to Chichester?

Yes, the driving distance between Shaftesbury to Chichester is 75 miles. It takes approximately 1h 29m to drive from Shaftesbury to Chichester.

Where can I stay near Chichester?

There are 1883+ hotels available in Chichester.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Salisbury to Southampton Centraltrain Cardiff Central - Portsmouth Harbour / ...
2. Take the train from Southampton Central to Chichestertrain Southampton Central - Brighton / ...
3h 31m
£33–65
Drive 74.5 mi
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1. Drive from Shaftesbury to Chichestercar 74.5 mi
1h 29m
£19–28
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from The Town Hall to New Canalbus 29
2. Take the train from Southampton Central to Chichestertrain Southampton Central - Brighton / ...
3h 35m
£28–50

Shaftesbury to Chichester by bus and train

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3h 31mAverage Duration

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Distance: 83.5 mi
Duration: 3h 31m

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

You can take a bus from Bell Street Car Park to Chichester via Gillingham Station, Gillingham (Dorset), Salisbury, and Southampton Central in around 3h 31m.

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