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

The cheapest way to get from Shaftesbury to Ringwood is to drive which costs £5 - £9 and takes 42 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Shaftesbury to Ringwood is to drive which takes 42 min and costs £5 - £9.

Is there a direct bus between Shaftesbury and Ringwood?

No, there is no direct bus from Shaftesbury to Ringwood. However, there are services departing from The Town Hall and arriving at Meeting House Lane via Blue Boar Row. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 11m.

How far is it from Shaftesbury to Ringwood?

The distance between Shaftesbury and Ringwood is 43 miles. The road distance is 24.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Shaftesbury to Ringwood without a car is to bus which takes 2h 11m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 2h 11m to get from Shaftesbury to Ringwood, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Shaftesbury to Ringwood bus from?

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

Where does the Shaftesbury to Ringwood bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Shaftesbury to Ringwood?

Yes, the driving distance between Shaftesbury to Ringwood is 24 miles. It takes approximately 42 min to drive from Shaftesbury to Ringwood.

Where can I stay near Ringwood?

There are 2431+ hotels available in Ringwood.

Shaftesbury to Ringwood - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from The Town Hall to New Canalbus 29
2. Take the bus from Blue Boar Row to Meeting House Lanebus X3
2h 11m
Drive 24.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Shaftesbury to Ringwoodcar 24.2 mi
42 min
£6–9
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Shaftesbury to Ringwoodtaxi 24.2 mi
42 min
£50–65
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Gillingham (Dorset) to Salisburytrain Exeter St Davids - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the bus from Railway Station Stop SA to Meeting House Lanebus X3
2h 23m
£15–28

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Distance: 42.5 mi
Duration: 2h 11m

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

You can take a bus from The Town Hall to Meeting House Lane via New Canal and Blue Boar Row in around 2h 11m.

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