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

The cheapest way to get from Shaftesbury to Fowey is to drive which costs £35 - £55 and takes 2h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Shaftesbury to Fowey is to drive which takes 2h 45m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct train between Shaftesbury and Fowey?

No, there is no direct train from Shaftesbury to Fowey. However, there are services departing from Gillingham (Dorset) and arriving at Par via Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 47m.

How far is it from Shaftesbury to Fowey?

The distance between Shaftesbury and Fowey is 163 miles. The road distance is 144 miles.

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

The best way to get from Shaftesbury to Fowey without a car is to train which takes 5h 47m and costs £65 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 5h 47m to get from Shaftesbury to Fowey, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Shaftesbury to Fowey train from?

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

Where does the Shaftesbury to Fowey train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Shaftesbury to Fowey?

Yes, the driving distance between Shaftesbury to Fowey is 144 miles. It takes approximately 2h 45m to drive from Shaftesbury to Fowey.

Where can I stay near Fowey?

There are 2171+ hotels available in Fowey.

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

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There are 3 ways to get from Shaftesbury to Fowey 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 Partrain Exeter St Davids - Penzance / ...
5h 47m
£67–147
Drive 143.1 mi
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1. Drive from Shaftesbury to Foweycar 143.1 mi
2h 45m
£35–51
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 Bus Stationbus 504
9h 10m
£40–91

Shaftesbury to Fowey by bus and train

121Weekly Services

5h 47mAverage Duration

£67Cheapest Price

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Distance: 162.1 mi
Duration: 5h 47m

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

You can take a bus from Bell Street Car Park to Hanson Drive via Gillingham Station, Gillingham (Dorset), Exeter St Davids, Par, and Railway Station in around 5h 47m.

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