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

The cheapest way to get from Shaftesbury to Minehead is to drive which costs £16 - £24 and takes 1h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Shaftesbury to Minehead is to drive which takes 1h 45m and costs £16 - £24.

Is there a direct bus between Shaftesbury and Minehead?

No, there is no direct bus from Shaftesbury to Minehead. However, there are services departing from Bell Street Car Park and arriving at The Parade via Gillingham Station, Strode College, Crispin Hall, Castle Way and Little Meadow. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 51m.

How far is it from Shaftesbury to Minehead?

The distance between Shaftesbury and Minehead is 130 miles. The road distance is 67.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Shaftesbury to Minehead without a car is to train and line 28 bus which takes 4h 48m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 4h 48m to get from Shaftesbury to Minehead, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Shaftesbury to Minehead bus from?

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

Where does the Shaftesbury to Minehead bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Shaftesbury to Minehead?

Yes, the driving distance between Shaftesbury to Minehead is 67 miles. It takes approximately 1h 45m to drive from Shaftesbury to Minehead.

Where can I stay near Minehead?

There are 706+ hotels available in Minehead.

Shaftesbury to Minehead - 4 ways to travel via train, line 28 bus, bus, and car

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

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Train, line 28 bus
best
1. Take the train from Gillingham (Dorset) to Exeter St Davidstrain
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Tauntontrain
3. Take the bus from Little Meadow to The Paradebus 28
4h 48m
Drive 66.8 mi
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1. Drive from Shaftesbury to Mineheadcar 66.8 mi
1h 45m
£17–24
Train, bus, line 28 bus
1. Take the train from Gillingham (Dorset) to Axminstertrain
2. Take the bus from Rail Station to Waterstonesbus 30
3. Take the bus from Little Meadow to The Paradebus 28
5h 26m
Bus, line 28 bus
1. Take the bus from Gillingham Station to Strode Collegebus 647
2. Take the bus from Crispin Hall to Taunton Town Centre Kbus 374
3. Take the bus from Little Meadow to The Paradebus 28
6h 51m

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Distance: 129.7 mi
Duration: 4h 48m

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

You can take a bus from Bell Street Car Park to The Parade via Gillingham Station, Strode College, Crispin Hall, Taunton Town Centre K, Castle Way, and Little Meadow in around 6h 51m.

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