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

The cheapest way to get from Shaftesbury to Somerset is to bus and line 374 bus which costs £8 - £15 and takes 4h 26m.

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

The fastest way to get from Shaftesbury to Somerset is to drive which takes 1h 8m and costs £10 - £15.

Is there a direct bus between Shaftesbury and Somerset?

No, there is no direct bus from Shaftesbury to Somerset. However, there are services departing from Bell Street Car Park and arriving at Lower Durston via Gillingham Station, Strode College and Crispin Hall. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 26m.

Is there a direct train between Shaftesbury and Somerset?

No, there is no direct train from Shaftesbury to Somerset. However, there are services departing from Gillingham (Dorset) and arriving at Taunton via Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 51m.

How far is it from Shaftesbury to Somerset?

The distance between Shaftesbury and Somerset is 111 miles. The road distance is 43 miles.

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

The best way to get from Shaftesbury to Somerset without a car is to train which takes 3h 51m and costs £40 - £95.

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

It takes approximately 3h 51m to get from Shaftesbury to Somerset, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Shaftesbury to Somerset bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Shaftesbury to Somerset train from?

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

Train or bus from Shaftesbury to Somerset?

The best way to get from Shaftesbury to Somerset is to train which takes 3h 51m and costs £40 - £95. Alternatively, you can bus and line 374 bus, which costs £8 - £15 and takes 4h 26m.

Where does the Shaftesbury to Somerset bus arrive?

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

Where does the Shaftesbury to Somerset train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Shaftesbury to Somerset?

Yes, the driving distance between Shaftesbury to Somerset is 43 miles. It takes approximately 1h 8m to drive from Shaftesbury to Somerset.

Where can I stay near Somerset?

There are 966+ hotels available in Somerset.

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There are 5 ways to get from Shaftesbury to Somerset by train, bus, car, or taxi

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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 Tauntontrain Penzance - London Paddington / ...
3h 51m
£43–95
Bus, line 374 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Gillingham Station to Strode Collegebus 647
2. Take the bus from Crispin Hall to Lower Durstonbus 374
4h 26m
£8–15
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Gillingham (Dorset) to Axminstertrain London Waterloo - Exeter St Davids / ...
2. Take the bus from Rail Station to Waterstonesbus 30
4h 11m
Drive 42.7 mi
1. Drive from Shaftesbury to Somersetcar 42.7 mi
1h 8m
£11–15
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Shaftesbury to Somersettaxi 42.7 mi
1h 8m
£90–110

Shaftesbury to Somerset by bus and train

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3h 51mAverage Duration

£43Cheapest Price

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Distance: 110.3 mi
Duration: 3h 51m

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

You can take a bus from Bell Street Car Park to Shovel Lane via Gillingham Station, Gillingham (Dorset), Exeter St Davids, Taunton, Taunton Rail Station, Taunton Town Centre Stop H, and Castle Way in around 3h 51m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bell Street Car Park to Lower Durston via Gillingham Station, Strode College, and Crispin Hall in around 4h 26m.

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