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

The cheapest way to get from Shaftesbury to Dunster is to bus and line 28 bus which costs £10 - £18 and takes 6h 11m.

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

The fastest way to get from Shaftesbury to Dunster is to drive which takes 1h 43m and costs £16 - £24.

Is there a direct bus between Shaftesbury and Dunster?

No, there is no direct bus from Shaftesbury to Dunster. However, there are services departing from Bell Street Car Park and arriving at Dunster Steep via Gillingham Station, Glaston Road, Castle Way and Millers Way. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 11m.

How far is it from Shaftesbury to Dunster?

The distance between Shaftesbury and Dunster is 128 miles. The road distance is 65.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Shaftesbury to Dunster without a car is to train and line 28 bus which takes 4h 57m and costs £45 - £90.

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

It takes approximately 4h 57m to get from Shaftesbury to Dunster, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Shaftesbury to Dunster bus from?

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

Where does the Shaftesbury to Dunster bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Shaftesbury to Dunster?

Yes, the driving distance between Shaftesbury to Dunster is 65 miles. It takes approximately 1h 43m to drive from Shaftesbury to Dunster.

Where can I stay near Dunster?

There are 682+ hotels available in Dunster.

Shaftesbury to Dunster - 4 ways to travel via train, line 28 bus, bus, and car

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

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Train, line 28 bus
best
1. Take the train from Gillingham (Dorset) to Exeter St Davidstrain
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Tauntontrain
3. Take the bus from Millers Way to Dunster Steepbus 28
4h 57m
£45–90
Bus, line 28 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Gillingham Station to Strode Collegebus 647
2. Take the bus from Glaston Road to Taunton Town Centre Kbus 374
3. Take the bus from Millers Way to Dunster Steepbus 28
6h 11m
£10–18
Train, bus, line 28 bus
1. Take the train from Gillingham (Dorset) to Axminstertrain
2. Take the bus from Rail Station to Waterstonesbus 30
3. Take the bus from Millers Way to Dunster Steepbus 28
5h 36m
£23–50
Drive 65.1 mi
1. Drive from Shaftesbury to Dunstercar 65.1 mi
1h 43m
£17–24

Shaftesbury to Dunster by bus and train

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4h 57mAverage Duration

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Distance: 127.6 mi
Duration: 4h 57m

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

You can take a bus from Bell Street Car Park to Dunster Steep via Gillingham Station, Strode College, Glaston Road, Taunton Town Centre K, Castle Way, and Millers Way in around 6h 11m.

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