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

The cheapest way to get from Shaftesbury to London is to drive which costs £25 - £40 and takes 2h 6m.

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

The fastest way to get from Shaftesbury to London is to drive which takes 2h 6m and costs £25 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Shaftesbury and London?

No, there is no direct bus from Shaftesbury to London station. However, there are services departing from The Town Hall and arriving at London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals via Blue Boar Row and Meeting House Lane. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Shaftesbury and London?

No, there is no direct train from Shaftesbury to London. However, there are services departing from Gillingham (Dorset) and arriving at London Waterloo via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 49m.

How far is it from Shaftesbury to London?

The distance between Shaftesbury and London is 110 miles. The road distance is 106.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Shaftesbury to London without a car is to train which takes 2h 49m and costs £40 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 2h 49m to get from Shaftesbury to London, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Shaftesbury to London bus from?

Shaftesbury to London bus services, operated by Salisbury Reds, depart from The Town Hall station.

Where do I catch the Shaftesbury to London train from?

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

Train or bus from Shaftesbury to London?

The best way to get from Shaftesbury to London is to train which takes 2h 49m and costs £40 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 5h 35m.

Where does the Shaftesbury to London bus arrive?

Shaftesbury to London bus services, operated by Salisbury Reds, arrive at New Canal station.

Where does the Shaftesbury to London train arrive?

Shaftesbury to London train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at London Waterloo station.

Can I drive from Shaftesbury to London?

Yes, the driving distance between Shaftesbury to London is 106 miles. It takes approximately 2h 6m to drive from Shaftesbury to London.

Where can I stay near London?

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Gillingham (Dorset) to London Waterlootrain Exeter St Davids - London Waterloo / ...
2h 49m
£43–104
Drive 105.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Shaftesbury to Londoncar 105.7 mi
2h 6m
£26–38
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from The Town Hall to New Canalbus 29
2. Take the bus from Blue Boar Row to Andover Stationbus 8
3. Take the train from Andover to London Waterlootrain
4h 22m
Bus
1. Take the bus from The Town Hall to New Canalbus 29
2. Take the bus from Meeting House Lane to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 035
5h 35m

Shaftesbury to London by bus and train

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2h 49mAverage Duration

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Distance: 109.3 mi
Duration: 2h 49m

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

South Western Railway operates a train from Gillingham (Dorset) to London Waterloo hourly. Tickets cost £40–100 and the journey takes 1h 58m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from The Town Hall to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals via New Canal, Blue Boar Row, and Meeting House Lane in around 5h 35m.

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