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

The cheapest way to get from Shaftesbury to Guildford is to drive which costs £20 - £29 and takes 1h 32m.

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

The fastest way to get from Shaftesbury to Guildford is to drive which takes 1h 32m and costs £20 - £29.

Is there a direct train between Shaftesbury and Guildford?

No, there is no direct train from Shaftesbury to Guildford. However, there are services departing from Gillingham (Dorset) and arriving at Guildford via Woking. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 43m.

How far is it from Shaftesbury to Guildford?

The distance between Shaftesbury and Guildford is 92 miles. The road distance is 83 miles.

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

The best way to get from Shaftesbury to Guildford without a car is to train which takes 2h 43m and costs £35 - £85.

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

It takes approximately 2h 43m to get from Shaftesbury to Guildford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Shaftesbury to Guildford train from?

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

Where does the Shaftesbury to Guildford train arrive?

Shaftesbury to Guildford train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at Woking station.

Can I drive from Shaftesbury to Guildford?

Yes, the driving distance between Shaftesbury to Guildford is 83 miles. It takes approximately 1h 32m to drive from Shaftesbury to Guildford.

Where can I stay near Guildford?

There are 1026+ hotels available in Guildford.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Gillingham (Dorset) to Wokingtrain Exeter St Davids - London Waterloo / ...
2h 43m
£35–85
Drive 82.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Shaftesbury to Guildfordcar 82.5 mi
1h 32m
£21–29
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from The Town Hall to New Canalbus 29
2. Take the bus from Blue Boar Row to Andover Stationbus 8
3. Take the train from Andover to Wokingtrain
4h 54m

Shaftesbury to Guildford by bus and train

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2h 43mAverage Duration

£35Cheapest Price

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Distance: 91.1 mi
Duration: 2h 43m

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

South Western Railway operates a train from Gillingham (Dorset) to Woking hourly. Tickets cost £30–75 and the journey takes 1h 24m.

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