What is the cheapest way to get from Shaftesbury to St. Austell?

The cheapest way to get from Shaftesbury to St. Austell is to drive which costs £35 - £55 and takes 2h 47m.

What is the fastest way to get from Shaftesbury to St. Austell?

The fastest way to get from Shaftesbury to St. Austell is to drive which takes 2h 47m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct train between Shaftesbury and St. Austell?

No, there is no direct train from Shaftesbury to St. Austell. However, there are services departing from Gillingham (Dorset) and arriving at St Austell via Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 16m.

How far is it from Shaftesbury to St. Austell?

The distance between Shaftesbury and St. Austell is 162 miles. The road distance is 144.6 miles.

How do I travel from Shaftesbury to St. Austell without a car?

The best way to get from Shaftesbury to St. Austell without a car is to train which takes 5h 16m and costs £70 - £150.

How long does it take to get from Shaftesbury to St. Austell?

It takes approximately 5h 16m to get from Shaftesbury to St. Austell, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Shaftesbury to St. Austell train from?

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

Where does the Shaftesbury to St. Austell train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Shaftesbury to St. Austell?

Yes, the driving distance between Shaftesbury to St. Austell is 145 miles. It takes approximately 2h 47m to drive from Shaftesbury to St. Austell.

Where can I stay near St. Austell?

There are 3649+ hotels available in St. Austell.

Shaftesbury to St. Austell - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Shaftesbury to St. Austell 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 St Austelltrain Exeter St Davids - Penzance / ...
5h 16m
£70–149
Drive 143.8 mi
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1. Drive from Shaftesbury to St. Austellcar 143.8 mi
2h 47m
£35–51
Train, bus
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 504
8h
£37–88

Shaftesbury to St. Austell by bus and train

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5h 16mAverage Duration

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Distance: 161.3 mi
Duration: 5h 16m

What companies run services between Shaftesbury, Dorset, England and St. Austell, England?

You can take a bus from Bell Street Car Park to St Austell via Gillingham Station, Gillingham (Dorset), and Exeter St Davids in around 5h 16m.

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