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

The cheapest way to get from Shaftesbury to Frome is to drive which costs £5 - £8 and takes 28 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Shaftesbury to Frome is to drive which takes 28 min and costs £5 - £8.

Is there a direct bus between Shaftesbury and Frome?

No, there is no direct bus from Shaftesbury to Frome. However, there are services departing from The Town Hall and arriving at Market Place via New Canal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 38m.

How far is it from Shaftesbury to Frome?

The distance between Shaftesbury and Frome is 50 miles. The road distance is 20.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Shaftesbury to Frome without a car is to bus and train which takes 2h 21m and costs £21 - £50.

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

It takes approximately 2h 21m to get from Shaftesbury to Frome, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Shaftesbury to Frome bus from?

Shaftesbury to Frome bus services, operated by Salisbury Reds, depart from The Town Hall station.

Where does the Shaftesbury to Frome bus arrive?

Shaftesbury to Frome bus services, operated by Salisbury Reds, arrive at New Canal station.

Can I drive from Shaftesbury to Frome?

Yes, the driving distance between Shaftesbury to Frome is 21 miles. It takes approximately 28 min to drive from Shaftesbury to Frome.

Where can I stay near Frome?

There are 1627+ hotels available in Frome.

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

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

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Bell Street Car Park to Gillingham Stationbus Cr2 / ...
2. Take the train from Gillingham (Dorset) to Frometrain London Waterloo - Westbury
2h 21m
£21–49
Drive 20.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Shaftesbury to Fromecar 20.6 mi
28 min
£5–8
Bus
1. Take the bus from The Town Hall to New Canalbus 29
2. Take the bus from New Canal to Market Placebus 24
3h 38m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Shaftesbury to Frometaxi 20.6 mi
28 min
£45–55

Shaftesbury to Frome by bus and train

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2h 21mAverage Duration

£21Cheapest Price

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Distance: 49.2 mi
Duration: 2h 21m

What companies run services between Shaftesbury, Dorset, England and Frome, Somerset, England?

You can take a bus from The Town Hall to Market Place via New Canal in around 3h 38m.

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