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

The cheapest way to get from Shaftesbury to Ilchester is to drive which costs £5 - £9 and takes 33 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Shaftesbury to Ilchester is to drive which takes 33 min and costs £5 - £9.

Is there a direct bus between Shaftesbury and Ilchester?

No, there is no direct bus from Shaftesbury to Ilchester. However, there are services departing from Bell Street Car Park and arriving at Lyster Close via Station Road and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 31m.

How far is it from Shaftesbury to Ilchester?

The distance between Shaftesbury and Ilchester is 32 miles. The road distance is 24.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Shaftesbury to Ilchester without a car is to bus and train which takes 2h 2m and costs £12 - £24.

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

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

Where do I catch the Shaftesbury to Ilchester bus from?

Shaftesbury to Ilchester bus services, operated by South West Coaches, depart from Bell Street Car Park station.

Where does the Shaftesbury to Ilchester bus arrive?

Shaftesbury to Ilchester bus services, operated by South West Coaches, arrive at Gillingham Station.

Can I drive from Shaftesbury to Ilchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Shaftesbury to Ilchester is 25 miles. It takes approximately 33 min to drive from Shaftesbury to Ilchester.

Where can I stay near Ilchester?

There are 995+ hotels available in Ilchester.

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

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There are 4 ways to get from Shaftesbury to Ilchester 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 Yeovil Junctiontrain
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Lyster Closebus 376
2h 2m
£12–24
Drive 24.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Shaftesbury to Ilchestercar 24.5 mi
33 min
£6–9
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Shaftesbury to Ilchestertaxi 24.5 mi
33 min
£50–65
Bus, line 58 bus
1. Take the bus from Bell Street Car Park to Gillingham Stationbus Cr2 / ...
2. Take the bus from Station Road to Bus Stationbus 58
2h 31m

Shaftesbury to Ilchester by bus and train

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2h 2mAverage Duration

£12Cheapest Price

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Distance: 31.7 mi
Duration: 2h 2m

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

You can take a bus from Bell Street Car Park to Lyster Close via Gillingham Station, Gillingham (Dorset), Templecombe, Station Road, and Bus Station in around 2h 31m.

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