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

The cheapest way to get from Shaftesbury to Sandbanks is to drive which costs £7 - £11 and takes 48 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Shaftesbury to Sandbanks is to drive which takes 48 min and costs £7 - £11.

Is there a direct bus between Shaftesbury and Sandbanks?

No, there is no direct bus from Shaftesbury to Sandbanks. However, there are services departing from The Town Hall and arriving at Shoreacres via Market Place and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 43m.

How far is it from Shaftesbury to Sandbanks?

The distance between Shaftesbury and Sandbanks is 33 miles. The road distance is 29.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Shaftesbury to Sandbanks without a car is to bus which takes 2h 43m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 2h 43m to get from Shaftesbury to Sandbanks, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Shaftesbury to Sandbanks bus from?

Shaftesbury to Sandbanks bus services, operated by Damory Coaches, depart from The Town Hall station.

Where does the Shaftesbury to Sandbanks bus arrive?

Shaftesbury to Sandbanks bus services, operated by Damory Coaches, arrive at Market Place station.

Can I drive from Shaftesbury to Sandbanks?

Yes, the driving distance between Shaftesbury to Sandbanks is 30 miles. It takes approximately 48 min to drive from Shaftesbury to Sandbanks.

Where can I stay near Sandbanks?

There are 2512+ hotels available in Sandbanks.

Shaftesbury to Sandbanks - 3 ways to travel via bus, car, and taxi

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There are 3 ways to get from Shaftesbury to Sandbanks by bus, car, or taxi

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from The Town Hall to Market Placebus Cr7
2. Take the bus from Market Place to Bus Stationbus X8
2h 43m
Drive 29.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Shaftesbury to Sandbankscar 29.6 mi
48 min
£8–11
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Shaftesbury to Sandbankstaxi 29.6 mi
48 min
£130–170

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Distance: 33.3 mi
Duration: 2h 43m

What companies run services between Shaftesbury, Dorset, England and Sandbanks, Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole Council, England?

You can take a bus from The Town Hall to Shoreacres via Market Place and Bus Station in around 2h 43m.

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