What is the cheapest way to get from Shaftesbury to Milton Keynes?

The cheapest way to get from Shaftesbury to Milton Keynes is to drive which costs £28 - £45 and takes 2h 17m.

What is the fastest way to get from Shaftesbury to Milton Keynes?

The fastest way to get from Shaftesbury to Milton Keynes is to drive which takes 2h 17m and costs £28 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Shaftesbury and Milton Keynes?

No, there is no direct bus from Shaftesbury to Milton Keynes. However, there are services departing from The Town Hall and arriving at The Point via Blue Boar Row, Meeting House Lane, Heathrow Central Bus Station and Milton Keynes Coachway. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 57m.

Is there a direct train between Shaftesbury and Milton Keynes?

No, there is no direct train from Shaftesbury to Milton Keynes. However, there are services departing from Gillingham (Dorset) and arriving at Milton Keynes Central via Waterloo station and London Euston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 34m.

How far is it from Shaftesbury to Milton Keynes?

The distance between Shaftesbury and Milton Keynes is 162 miles. The road distance is 118.6 miles.

How do I travel from Shaftesbury to Milton Keynes without a car?

The best way to get from Shaftesbury to Milton Keynes without a car is to train which takes 3h 34m and costs £60 - £160.

How long does it take to get from Shaftesbury to Milton Keynes?

It takes approximately 3h 34m to get from Shaftesbury to Milton Keynes, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Shaftesbury to Milton Keynes bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Shaftesbury to Milton Keynes train from?

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

Train or bus from Shaftesbury to Milton Keynes?

The best way to get from Shaftesbury to Milton Keynes is to train which takes 3h 34m and costs £60 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 6h 57m.

Where does the Shaftesbury to Milton Keynes bus arrive?

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

Where does the Shaftesbury to Milton Keynes train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Shaftesbury to Milton Keynes?

Yes, the driving distance between Shaftesbury to Milton Keynes is 119 miles. It takes approximately 2h 17m to drive from Shaftesbury to Milton Keynes.

Where can I stay near Milton Keynes?

There are 1145+ hotels available in Milton Keynes.

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

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There are 3 ways to get from Shaftesbury to Milton Keynes 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 / ...
2. Take the train from London Euston to Milton Keynes Centraltrain London Euston - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
3h 34m
£60–157
Drive 117.9 mi
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1. Drive from Shaftesbury to Milton Keynescar 117.9 mi
2h 17m
£29–42
Bus
1. Take the bus from The Town Hall to New Canalbus 29
2. Take the bus from Meeting House Lane to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 035
3. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Milton Keynes Coachwaybus 230 / ...
6h 57m

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Distance: 161.1 mi
Duration: 3h 34m

What companies run services between Shaftesbury, Dorset, England and Milton Keynes, England?

You can take a bus from Bell Street Car Park to Milton Keynes Central via Gillingham Station, Gillingham (Dorset), London Waterloo Station, Waterloo station, Euston station, and London Euston in around 3h 34m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from The Town Hall to The Point via New Canal, Blue Boar Row, Meeting House Lane, Heathrow Central Bus Station, and Milton Keynes Coachway in around 6h 57m.

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