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

The cheapest way to get from Shaftesbury to Harrogate is to bus which costs £29 - £50 and takes 11h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Shaftesbury to Harrogate is to drive which takes 4h 39m and costs £60 - £90.

Is there a direct bus between Shaftesbury and Harrogate?

No, there is no direct bus from Shaftesbury to Harrogate. However, there are services departing from Bell Street Car Park and arriving at West Park Church via Gillingham Station, Glaston Road, Bristol Bus Station and Leeds City Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Shaftesbury and Harrogate?

No, there is no direct train from Shaftesbury to Harrogate. However, there are services departing from Gillingham (Dorset) and arriving at Harrogate via Waterloo station, King's Cross and York. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 36m.

How far is it from Shaftesbury to Harrogate?

The distance between Shaftesbury and Harrogate is 322 miles. The road distance is 245.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Shaftesbury to Harrogate without a car is to train which takes 6h 36m and costs £95 - £190.

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

It takes approximately 6h 36m to get from Shaftesbury to Harrogate, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Shaftesbury to Harrogate bus from?

Shaftesbury to Harrogate bus services, operated by South West Coaches, depart from Gillingham Station.

Where do I catch the Shaftesbury to Harrogate train from?

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

Train or bus from Shaftesbury to Harrogate?

The best way to get from Shaftesbury to Harrogate is to train which takes 6h 36m and costs £95 - £190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £29 - £50 and takes 11h 5m.

Where does the Shaftesbury to Harrogate bus arrive?

Shaftesbury to Harrogate bus services, operated by South West Coaches, arrive at Strode College station.

Where does the Shaftesbury to Harrogate train arrive?

Shaftesbury to Harrogate train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at London Waterloo station.

Can I drive from Shaftesbury to Harrogate?

Yes, the driving distance between Shaftesbury to Harrogate is 245 miles. It takes approximately 4h 39m to drive from Shaftesbury to Harrogate.

Where can I stay near Harrogate?

There are 2062+ hotels available in Harrogate.

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Gillingham (Dorset) to London Waterlootrain Yeovil Junction - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from King's Cross to Yorktrain London Kings Cross - Edinburgh / ...
6h 36m
£96–188
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Gillingham Station to Strode Collegebus 647
2. Take the bus from Glaston Road to Bus Stationbus 376
3. Take the bus from Bristol Bus Station to Leeds City Bus & Coach Stationbus
11h 5m
£29–46
Drive 243.7 mi
1. Drive from Shaftesbury to Harrogatecar 243.7 mi
4h 39m
£61–87
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from The Town Hall to New Canalbus 29
2. Take the train from Salisbury to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Leedstrain
8h 34m
£117–187
Bus via Birmingham
1. Take the bus from The Town Hall to New Canalbus 29
2. Take the bus from Meeting House Lane to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 160
3. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Leeds City Bus & Coach Stationbus 131 / ...
13h 8m
£47–81

Shaftesbury to Harrogate by bus, train, subway, and foot

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Distance: 320.2 mi
Duration: 6h 36m

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

You can take a bus from Bell Street Car Park to Harrogate via Gillingham Station, Gillingham (Dorset), London Waterloo Station, Waterloo station, Euston station, King's Cross, and York in around 6h 36m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bell Street Car Park to West Park Church via Gillingham Station, Strode College, Glaston Road, Bus Station, Bristol Bus Station, and Leeds City Bus Station in around 11h 5m.

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