What is the cheapest way to get from Shaftesbury to Petts Wood?

The cheapest way to get from Shaftesbury to Petts Wood is to drive which costs £28 - £45 and takes 2h 31m.

What is the fastest way to get from Shaftesbury to Petts Wood?

The fastest way to get from Shaftesbury to Petts Wood is to drive which takes 2h 31m and costs £28 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Shaftesbury and Petts Wood?

No, there is no direct bus from Shaftesbury to Petts Wood station. However, there are services departing from The Town Hall and arriving at Queensway / Petts Wood Station via Blue Boar Row, Library, Hammersmith Bus Station and Trafalgar Square/Charing Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 26m.

Is there a direct train between Shaftesbury and Petts Wood?

No, there is no direct train from Shaftesbury to Petts Wood. However, there are services departing from Gillingham (Dorset) and arriving at Petts Wood via London Waterloo East. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 46m.

How far is it from Shaftesbury to Petts Wood?

The distance between Shaftesbury and Petts Wood is 122 miles. The road distance is 117.9 miles.

How do I travel from Shaftesbury to Petts Wood without a car?

The best way to get from Shaftesbury to Petts Wood without a car is to train which takes 3h 46m and costs £45 - £120.

How long does it take to get from Shaftesbury to Petts Wood?

It takes approximately 3h 46m to get from Shaftesbury to Petts Wood, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Shaftesbury to Petts Wood bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Shaftesbury to Petts Wood train from?

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

Train or bus from Shaftesbury to Petts Wood?

The best way to get from Shaftesbury to Petts Wood is to train which takes 3h 46m and costs £45 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 7h 26m.

Where does the Shaftesbury to Petts Wood bus arrive?

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

Where does the Shaftesbury to Petts Wood train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Shaftesbury to Petts Wood?

Yes, the driving distance between Shaftesbury to Petts Wood is 118 miles. It takes approximately 2h 31m to drive from Shaftesbury to Petts Wood.

Where can I stay near Petts Wood?

There are 21993+ hotels available in Petts Wood.

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

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best
1. Take the train from Gillingham (Dorset) to London Waterlootrain Exeter St Davids - London Waterloo / ...
3h 46m
£49–116
Drive 117.2 mi
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1. Drive from Shaftesbury to Petts Woodcar 117.2 mi
2h 31m
£29–42
Bus
1. Take the bus from The Town Hall to New Canalbus 29
2. Take the bus from Library to Hammersmith Bus Stationbus Sf3
3. Take the bus from Trafalgar Square/Charing Cross to Queensway / Petts Wood Stationbus
7h 26m

Shaftesbury to Petts Wood by bus, train, and foot

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Distance: 121.4 mi
Duration: 3h 46m

What companies run services between Shaftesbury, Dorset, England and Petts Wood, 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 Queensway / Petts Wood Station via New Canal, Blue Boar Row, Library, Hammersmith Bus Station, Charing Cross, and Trafalgar Square/Charing Cross in around 7h 26m.

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