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

The cheapest way to get from Shaftesbury to Dartmouth is to drive which costs £25 - £40 and takes 2h 7m.

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

The fastest way to get from Shaftesbury to Dartmouth is to drive which takes 2h 7m and costs £25 - £40.

Is there a direct train between Shaftesbury and Dartmouth?

No, there is no direct train from Shaftesbury to Dartmouth. However, there are services departing from Gillingham (Dorset) and arriving at Kingswear via Exeter St Davids and Paignton. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 1m.

How far is it from Shaftesbury to Dartmouth?

The distance between Shaftesbury and Dartmouth is 114 miles. The road distance is 105.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Shaftesbury to Dartmouth without a car is to train and line 7 bus which takes 4h 20m and costs £45 - £100.

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

It takes approximately 4h 20m to get from Shaftesbury to Dartmouth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Shaftesbury to Dartmouth train from?

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

Where does the Shaftesbury to Dartmouth train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Shaftesbury to Dartmouth?

Yes, the driving distance between Shaftesbury to Dartmouth is 105 miles. It takes approximately 2h 7m to drive from Shaftesbury to Dartmouth.

Where can I stay near Dartmouth?

There are 3004+ hotels available in Dartmouth.

Shaftesbury to Dartmouth - 4 ways to travel via train, line 7 bus, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Shaftesbury to Dartmouth by train, bus, or car

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Train, line 7 bus
best
1. Take the train from Gillingham (Dorset) to Exeter St Davidstrain
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Totnestrain
3. Take the bus from Station Road to College Waybus 7
4h 20m
£46–97
Drive 104.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Shaftesbury to Dartmouthcar 104.5 mi
2h 7m
£26–37
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Gillingham (Dorset) to Axminstertrain
2. Take the bus from Rail Station to Bus Stationbus 44A
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Coronation Road opp Town Millbus 7
7h 23m
£27–56
Train
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 Paigntontrain Exmouth - Paignton / ...
5h 1m
£43–93

Shaftesbury to Dartmouth by bus and train

122Weekly Services

4h 20mAverage Duration

£46Cheapest Price

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Distance: 113.2 mi
Duration: 4h 20m

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

You can take a bus from Bell Street Car Park to Kingswear via Gillingham Station, Gillingham (Dorset), Exeter St Davids, and Paignton in around 5h 1m.

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