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

The cheapest way to get from Shaftesbury to Penzance is to train and bus which costs £35 - £110 and takes 9h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Shaftesbury to Penzance is to drive which takes 3h 20m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct train between Shaftesbury and Penzance?

No, there is no direct train from Shaftesbury to Penzance. However, there are services departing from Gillingham (Dorset) and arriving at Penzance via Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 11m.

How far is it from Shaftesbury to Penzance?

The distance between Shaftesbury and Penzance is 202 miles. The road distance is 180.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Shaftesbury to Penzance without a car is to train which takes 6h 11m and costs £85 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 6h 11m to get from Shaftesbury to Penzance, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Shaftesbury to Penzance train from?

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

Where does the Shaftesbury to Penzance train arrive?

Shaftesbury to Penzance train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at Exeter St Davids station.

Can I drive from Shaftesbury to Penzance?

Yes, the driving distance between Shaftesbury to Penzance is 180 miles. It takes approximately 3h 20m to drive from Shaftesbury to Penzance.

Where can I stay near Penzance?

There are 2673+ hotels available in Penzance.

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

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There are 3 ways to get from Shaftesbury to Penzance by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Gillingham (Dorset) to Exeter St Davidstrain London Waterloo - Exeter St Davids / ...
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Penzancetrain Exeter St Davids - Penzance / ...
6h 11m
£85–179
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Gillingham (Dorset) to Axminstertrain
2. Take the bus from Rail Station to Bus Stationbus 44A
3. Take the bus from Bampfylde Street to Bus Stationbus 406 / ...
9h 15m
£37–108
Drive 179 mi
1. Drive from Shaftesbury to Penzancecar 179 mi
3h 20m
£44–63

Shaftesbury to Penzance by bus and train

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6h 11mAverage Duration

£85Cheapest Price

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Distance: 201.2 mi
Duration: 6h 11m

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

You can take a bus from Bell Street Car Park to Penzance via Gillingham Station, Gillingham (Dorset), and Exeter St Davids in around 6h 11m.

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