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

The cheapest way to get from Shaftesbury to Liverpool is to drive which costs £45 - £75 and takes 4h 19m.

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

The fastest way to get from Shaftesbury to Liverpool is to drive which takes 4h 19m and costs £45 - £75.

Is there a direct train between Shaftesbury and Liverpool?

No, there is no direct train from Shaftesbury to Liverpool. However, there are services departing from Gillingham (Dorset) and arriving at Liverpool Lime Street via Basingstoke and Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 51m.

How far is it from Shaftesbury to Liverpool?

The distance between Shaftesbury and Liverpool is 264 miles. The road distance is 202.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Shaftesbury to Liverpool without a car is to train which takes 6h 51m and costs £110 - £220.

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

It takes approximately 6h 51m to get from Shaftesbury to Liverpool, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Shaftesbury to Liverpool train from?

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

Where does the Shaftesbury to Liverpool train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Shaftesbury to Liverpool?

Yes, the driving distance between Shaftesbury to Liverpool is 202 miles. It takes approximately 4h 19m to drive from Shaftesbury to Liverpool.

Where can I stay near Liverpool?

There are 2210+ hotels available in Liverpool.

Shaftesbury to Liverpool - 6 ways to travel via train, car, plane, and bus

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There are 6 ways to get from Shaftesbury to Liverpool by train, car, plane, or bus

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Gillingham (Dorset) to Basingstoketrain
2. Take the train from Basingstoke to Birmingham New Streettrain
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Liverpool Lime Streettrain
6h 51m
£115–219
Drive 201.1 mi
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1. Drive from Shaftesbury to Liverpoolcar 201.1 mi
4h 19m
£50–72
Train to Southampton Airport, fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Take the train from Salisbury to Southampton Airport Parkwaytrain
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane SOU - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Liverpool Lime Streettrain
6h 37m
£106–259
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from The Town Hall to New Canalbus 29
2. Take the train from Salisbury to Newport (S Wales)train
3. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to Chestertrain
8h 56m
£100–188
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Liverpool
1. Take the train from Salisbury to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Liverpool (LPL)plane BRS - LPL
8h 20m
£87–205
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Take the train from Gillingham (Dorset) to London Waterlootrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LHR - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Liverpool Lime Streettrain
7h 17m
£124–412

Shaftesbury to Liverpool by bus and train

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6h 51mAverage Duration

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Distance: 262.7 mi
Duration: 6h 51m

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

You can take a bus from Bell Street Car Park to Liverpool Lime Street via Gillingham Station, Gillingham (Dorset), Basingstoke, and Birmingham New Street in around 6h 51m.

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