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

The cheapest way to get from Shaftesbury to Lichfield is to bus which costs £18 - £35 and takes 9h 18m.

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

The fastest way to get from Shaftesbury to Lichfield is to drive which takes 2h 51m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Shaftesbury and Lichfield?

No, there is no direct bus from Shaftesbury to Lichfield station. However, there are services departing from Bell Street Car Park and arriving at Bus Station via Gillingham Station, Glaston Road, Bristol Bus Station and The Square Peg. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 18m.

Is there a direct train between Shaftesbury and Lichfield?

No, there is no direct train from Shaftesbury to Lichfield. However, there are services departing from Gillingham (Dorset) and arriving at Lichfield City via Basingstoke and Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 3m.

How far is it from Shaftesbury to Lichfield?

The distance between Shaftesbury and Lichfield is 193 miles. The road distance is 137.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Shaftesbury to Lichfield without a car is to train which takes 6h 3m and costs £75 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 6h 3m to get from Shaftesbury to Lichfield, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Shaftesbury to Lichfield bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Shaftesbury to Lichfield train from?

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

Train or bus from Shaftesbury to Lichfield?

The best way to get from Shaftesbury to Lichfield is to train which takes 6h 3m and costs £75 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £18 - £35 and takes 9h 18m.

Where does the Shaftesbury to Lichfield bus arrive?

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

Where does the Shaftesbury to Lichfield train arrive?

Shaftesbury to Lichfield train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at Basingstoke station.

Can I drive from Shaftesbury to Lichfield?

Yes, the driving distance between Shaftesbury to Lichfield is 138 miles. It takes approximately 2h 51m to drive from Shaftesbury to Lichfield.

Where can I stay near Lichfield?

There are 2705+ hotels available in Lichfield.

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There are 4 ways to get from Shaftesbury to Lichfield by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Gillingham (Dorset) to Basingstoketrain Yeovil Junction - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from Basingstoke to Birmingham New Streettrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
6h 3m
£78–137
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 Birmingham - Jennens Roadbus
9h 18m
£18–31
Drive 137 mi
1. Drive from Shaftesbury to Lichfieldcar 137 mi
2h 51m
£35–50
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from The Town Hall to New Canalbus 29
2. Take the train from Salisbury to Worcester Foregate Streettrain
3. Take the train from Worcester Foregate Street to Birmingham New Streettrain
8h 4m
£66–135

Shaftesbury to Lichfield by bus and train

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6h 3mAverage Duration

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Distance: 191.4 mi
Duration: 6h 3m

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

You can take a bus from Bell Street Car Park to Lichfield City via Gillingham Station, Gillingham (Dorset), Basingstoke, and Birmingham New Street in around 6h 3m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bell Street Car Park to Bus Station via Gillingham Station, Strode College, Glaston Road, Bus Station, Bristol Bus Station, Birmingham - Jennens Road, and The Square Peg in around 9h 18m.

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