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

The cheapest way to get from Shaftesbury to Cornwall is to bus and line 375 bus which costs £28 - £50 and takes 9h 18m.

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

The fastest way to get from Shaftesbury to Cornwall is to drive which takes 2h 38m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Shaftesbury and Cornwall?

No, there is no direct bus from Shaftesbury to Cornwall. However, there are services departing from Bell Street Car Park and arriving at Roundabout via Gillingham Station, Glaston Road, Bus Station and The Shire House Mount Folly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 18m.

Is there a direct train between Shaftesbury and Cornwall?

No, there is no direct train from Shaftesbury to Cornwall. However, there are services departing from Gillingham (Dorset) and arriving at Bodmin Parkway via Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 35m.

How far is it from Shaftesbury to Cornwall?

The distance between Shaftesbury and Cornwall is 160 miles. The road distance is 139.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Shaftesbury to Cornwall without a car is to train which takes 6h 35m and costs £60 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 6h 35m to get from Shaftesbury to Cornwall, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Shaftesbury to Cornwall bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Shaftesbury to Cornwall train from?

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

Train or bus from Shaftesbury to Cornwall?

The best way to get from Shaftesbury to Cornwall is to train which takes 6h 35m and costs £60 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus and line 375 bus, which costs £28 - £50 and takes 9h 18m.

Where does the Shaftesbury to Cornwall bus arrive?

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

Where does the Shaftesbury to Cornwall train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Shaftesbury to Cornwall?

Yes, the driving distance between Shaftesbury to Cornwall is 139 miles. It takes approximately 2h 38m to drive from Shaftesbury to Cornwall.

Where can I stay near Cornwall?

There are 3532+ hotels available in Cornwall.

Shaftesbury to Cornwall - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, line 375 bus

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There are 3 ways to get from Shaftesbury to Cornwall 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 Bodmin Parkwaytrain Exeter St Davids - Penzance / ...
6h 35m
£61–122
Bus, line 375 bus
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1. Take the bus from Gillingham Station to Strode Collegebus 647
2. Take the bus from Glaston Road to Bus Stationbus 375
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Dennison Road Car Parkbus 805
9h 18m
£28–49
Drive 138.2 mi
1. Drive from Shaftesbury to Cornwallcar 138.2 mi
2h 38m
£35–50

Shaftesbury to Cornwall by bus and train

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Distance: 158.7 mi
Duration: 6h 35m

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

You can take a bus from Bell Street Car Park to Roundabout via Gillingham Station, Gillingham (Dorset), Exeter St Davids, Bodmin Parkway, and Bodmin Parkway Station in around 6h 35m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bell Street Car Park to Roundabout via Gillingham Station, Strode College, Glaston Road, Bus Station, Dennison Road Car Park, and The Shire House Mount Folly in around 9h 18m.

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