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

The cheapest way to get from Shaftesbury to Exmouth is to drive which costs £17 - £26 and takes 1h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Shaftesbury to Exmouth is to drive which takes 1h 30m and costs £17 - £26.

Is there a direct train between Shaftesbury and Exmouth?

No, there is no direct train from Shaftesbury to Exmouth. However, there are services departing from Gillingham (Dorset) and arriving at Exmouth via Exeter Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 6m.

How far is it from Shaftesbury to Exmouth?

The distance between Shaftesbury and Exmouth is 81 miles. The road distance is 72.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Shaftesbury to Exmouth without a car is to train which takes 3h 6m and costs £30 - £80.

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

It takes approximately 3h 6m to get from Shaftesbury to Exmouth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Shaftesbury to Exmouth train from?

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

Where does the Shaftesbury to Exmouth train arrive?

Shaftesbury to Exmouth train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at Exeter Central station.

Can I drive from Shaftesbury to Exmouth?

Yes, the driving distance between Shaftesbury to Exmouth is 73 miles. It takes approximately 1h 30m to drive from Shaftesbury to Exmouth.

Where can I stay near Exmouth?

There are 2143+ hotels available in Exmouth.

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

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

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best
1. Take the train from Gillingham (Dorset) to Exeter Centraltrain London Waterloo - Exeter St Davids / ...
2. Take the train from Exeter Central to Exmouthtrain Paignton - Exmouth / ...
3h 6m
£34–78
Drive 72.2 mi
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1. Drive from Shaftesbury to Exmouthcar 72.2 mi
1h 30m
£18–26
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Gillingham (Dorset) to Axminstertrain London Waterloo - Exeter St Davids / ...
2. Take the bus from The Elms to Cyprus Roadbus Coly 11
4h 51m

Shaftesbury to Exmouth by bus and train

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3h 6mAverage Duration

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Distance: 81 mi
Duration: 3h 6m

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

You can take a bus from Bell Street Car Park to Exmouth via Gillingham Station, Gillingham (Dorset), and Exeter Central in around 3h 6m.

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