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

The cheapest way to get from Shaftesbury to Coventry is to drive which costs £27 - £40 and takes 2h 29m.

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

The fastest way to get from Shaftesbury to Coventry is to drive which takes 2h 29m and costs £27 - £40.

Is there a direct train between Shaftesbury and Coventry?

No, there is no direct train from Shaftesbury to Coventry. However, there are services departing from Gillingham (Dorset) and arriving at Coventry via Basingstoke. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 22m.

How far is it from Shaftesbury to Coventry?

The distance between Shaftesbury and Coventry is 157 miles. The road distance is 113 miles.

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

The best way to get from Shaftesbury to Coventry without a car is to train which takes 4h 22m and costs £75 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 4h 22m to get from Shaftesbury to Coventry, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Shaftesbury to Coventry train from?

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

Where does the Shaftesbury to Coventry train arrive?

Shaftesbury to Coventry train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at Basingstoke station.

Can I drive from Shaftesbury to Coventry?

Yes, the driving distance between Shaftesbury to Coventry is 113 miles. It takes approximately 2h 29m to drive from Shaftesbury to Coventry.

Where can I stay near Coventry?

There are 1476+ hotels available in Coventry.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Gillingham (Dorset) to Basingstoketrain Exeter St Davids - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from Basingstoke to Coventrytrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
4h 22m
£76–134
Drive 112.3 mi
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1. Drive from Shaftesbury to Coventrycar 112.3 mi
2h 29m
£28–40
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from The Town Hall to New Canalbus 29
2. Take the train from Salisbury to Worcester Foregate Streettrain
3. Take the train from Worcester Foregate Street to Solihulltrain
8h 54m

Shaftesbury to Coventry by bus and train

106Weekly Services

4h 22mAverage Duration

£76Cheapest Price

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Distance: 156.5 mi
Duration: 4h 22m

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

You can take a bus from Bell Street Car Park to Coventry via Gillingham Station, Gillingham (Dorset), and Basingstoke in around 4h 22m.

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