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

The cheapest way to get from Shaftesbury to Falmouth is to drive which costs £40 - £60 and takes 3h 12m.

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

The fastest way to get from Shaftesbury to Falmouth is to drive which takes 3h 12m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct train between Shaftesbury and Falmouth?

No, there is no direct train from Shaftesbury to Falmouth. However, there are services departing from Gillingham (Dorset) and arriving at Penmere via Exeter St Davids and Truro. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 15m.

How far is it from Shaftesbury to Falmouth?

The distance between Shaftesbury and Falmouth is 187 miles. The road distance is 168 miles.

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

The best way to get from Shaftesbury to Falmouth without a car is to train which takes 6h 15m and costs £75 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 6h 15m to get from Shaftesbury to Falmouth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Shaftesbury to Falmouth train from?

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

Where does the Shaftesbury to Falmouth train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Shaftesbury to Falmouth?

Yes, the driving distance between Shaftesbury to Falmouth is 168 miles. It takes approximately 3h 12m to drive from Shaftesbury to Falmouth.

Where can I stay near Falmouth?

There are 2274+ hotels available in Falmouth.

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

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

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Train
best
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 Trurotrain Exeter St Davids - Penzance / ...
6h 15m
£79–168
Drive 167 mi
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1. Drive from Shaftesbury to Falmouthcar 167 mi
3h 12m
£41–59
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 Bampfylde Street to Argosbus 504
9h 5m
£42–98

Shaftesbury to Falmouth by bus and train

122Weekly Services

6h 15mAverage Duration

£79Cheapest Price

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Distance: 185.8 mi
Duration: 6h 15m

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

You can take a bus from Bell Street Car Park to Penmere via Gillingham Station, Gillingham (Dorset), Exeter St Davids, and Truro in around 6h 15m.

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