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

The cheapest way to get from Shaftesbury to Doncaster is to drive which costs £50 - £75 and takes 3h 57m.

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

The fastest way to get from Shaftesbury to Doncaster is to drive which takes 3h 57m and costs £50 - £75.

Is there a direct train between Shaftesbury and Doncaster?

No, there is no direct train from Shaftesbury to Doncaster. However, there are services departing from Gillingham (Dorset) and arriving at Doncaster via Waterloo station and King's Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 1m.

How far is it from Shaftesbury to Doncaster?

The distance between Shaftesbury and Doncaster is 269 miles. The road distance is 205.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Shaftesbury to Doncaster without a car is to train which takes 5h 1m and costs £85 - £200.

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

It takes approximately 5h 1m to get from Shaftesbury to Doncaster, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Shaftesbury to Doncaster train from?

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

Where does the Shaftesbury to Doncaster train arrive?

Shaftesbury to Doncaster train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at London Waterloo station.

Can I drive from Shaftesbury to Doncaster?

Yes, the driving distance between Shaftesbury to Doncaster is 206 miles. It takes approximately 3h 57m to drive from Shaftesbury to Doncaster.

Where can I stay near Doncaster?

There are 605+ hotels available in Doncaster.

Shaftesbury to Doncaster - 4 ways to travel via train, car, and bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Gillingham (Dorset) to London Waterlootrain Exeter St Davids - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from King's Cross to Doncastertrain London Kings Cross - Leeds / ...
5h 1m
£85–197
Drive 204.4 mi
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1. Drive from Shaftesbury to Doncastercar 204.4 mi
3h 57m
£50–72
Train via Basingstoke
1. Take the train from Gillingham (Dorset) to Basingstoketrain Exeter St Davids - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from Reading to Doncastertrain Reading - Newcastle / ...
6h 37m
£132–224
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from The Town Hall to New Canalbus 29
2. Take the train from Salisbury to Cheltenham Spatrain
3. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Sheffieldtrain
4. Take the bus from Sheffield Interchange/C1 to Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/B2bus X3
9h 36m

Shaftesbury to Doncaster by bus, train, subway, and foot

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Distance: 267.6 mi
Duration: 5h 1m

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

You can take a bus from Bell Street Car Park to Doncaster via Gillingham Station, Gillingham (Dorset), London Waterloo Station, Waterloo station, Euston station, and King's Cross in around 5h 1m.

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