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

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

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 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 9m.

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 9m and costs £85 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 6h 9m to get from Shaftesbury to Hayle, including transfers.

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.

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 3157+ hotels available in Hayle.

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

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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 9m
£85–179
Drive 171.4 mi
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1. Drive from Shaftesbury to Haylecar 171.4 mi
3h 10m
£42–61
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 Foundry Squarebus 406 / ...
9h
£45–103

Shaftesbury to Hayle by bus and train

117Weekly Services

6h 9mAverage Duration

£85Cheapest Price

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Distance: 194 mi
Duration: 6h 9m

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 9m.

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