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

The cheapest way to get from Shaftesbury to Dover is to drive which costs £40 - £65 and takes 2h 58m.

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

The fastest way to get from Shaftesbury to Dover is to drive which takes 2h 58m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct train between Shaftesbury and Dover?

No, there is no direct train from Shaftesbury to Dover. However, there are services departing from Gillingham (Dorset) and arriving at Dover Priory via Waterloo station and London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 24m.

How far is it from Shaftesbury to Dover?

The distance between Shaftesbury and Dover is 190 miles. The road distance is 179.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Shaftesbury to Dover without a car is to train via London which takes 5h 24m and costs £75 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 5h 24m to get from Shaftesbury to Dover, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Shaftesbury to Dover train from?

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

Where does the Shaftesbury to Dover train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Shaftesbury to Dover?

Yes, the driving distance between Shaftesbury to Dover is 179 miles. It takes approximately 2h 58m to drive from Shaftesbury to Dover.

Where can I stay near Dover?

There are 1101+ hotels available in Dover.

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

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

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Gillingham (Dorset) to London Waterlootrain Yeovil Junction - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Dover Priorytrain St Pancras International - Ramsgate / ...
5h 24m
£75–156
Drive 178 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Shaftesbury to Dovercar 178 mi
2h 58m
£44–64
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from The Town Hall to New Canalbus 29
2. Take the bus from Endless Street to Central Stationbus X7 / ...
3. Take the train from Southampton Central to Brightontrain
4. Take the train from Eastbourne to Ashford Internationaltrain
9h 41m
£67–117
Train
1. Take the train from Gillingham (Dorset) to London Waterlootrain Yeovil Junction - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from London Waterloo East to Dover Priorytrain London Charing Cross - Ramsgate / ...
5h 47m
£73–154

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

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Distance: 189 mi
Duration: 5h 24m

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

You can take a bus from Bell Street Car Park to Dover Priory via Gillingham Station, Gillingham (Dorset), London Waterloo Station, Waterloo station, Euston station, and London St Pancras Intl in around 5h 24m.

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