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

The cheapest way to get from Shaftesbury to Hayle is to bus which costs £27 - £50 and takes 10h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Shaftesbury to Hayle is to drive which takes 3h 10m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Shaftesbury and Hayle?

No, there is no direct bus from Shaftesbury to Hayle. However, there are services departing from Bell Street Car Park and arriving at Foundry Square via Gillingham Station, Glaston Road, Blackbrook BP Garage and Plymouth Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Shaftesbury and Hayle?

No, there is no direct train from Shaftesbury to Hayle. However, there are services departing from Gillingham (Dorset) and arriving at Hayle via Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 29m.

How far is it from Shaftesbury to Hayle?

The distance between Shaftesbury and Hayle is 195 miles. The road distance is 172.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Shaftesbury to Hayle without a car is to train which takes 6h 29m and costs £75 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 6h 29m to get from Shaftesbury to Hayle, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Shaftesbury to Hayle bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Shaftesbury to Hayle train from?

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

Train or bus from Shaftesbury to Hayle?

The best way to get from Shaftesbury to Hayle is to train which takes 6h 29m and costs £75 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £27 - £50 and takes 10h 20m.

Where does the Shaftesbury to Hayle bus arrive?

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

Where does the Shaftesbury to Hayle train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Shaftesbury to Hayle?

Yes, the driving distance between Shaftesbury to Hayle is 172 miles. It takes approximately 3h 10m to drive from Shaftesbury to Hayle.

Where can I stay near Hayle?

There are 3066+ hotels available in Hayle.

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There are 3 ways to get from Shaftesbury to Hayle 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 Hayletrain Exeter St Davids - Penzance / ...
6h 29m
£78–154
Bus
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1. Take the bus from Gillingham Station to Strode Collegebus 647
2. Take the bus from Blackbrook BP Garage to Plymouth Coach Stationbus Fal
3. Take the bus from Plymouth Coach Station to Foundry Squarebus 406 / ...
10h 20m
£27–46
Drive 171.4 mi
1. Drive from Shaftesbury to Haylecar 171.4 mi
3h 10m
£43–62

Shaftesbury to Hayle by bus and train

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6h 29mAverage Duration

£78Cheapest Price

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Distance: 194 mi
Duration: 6h 29m

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

You can take a bus from Bell Street Car Park to Hayle via Gillingham Station, Gillingham (Dorset), and Exeter St Davids in around 6h 29m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bell Street Car Park to Foundry Square via Gillingham Station, Strode College, Glaston Road, Ilminster Road Busway, Blackbrook BP Garage, and Plymouth Coach Station in around 10h 20m.

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