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

The cheapest way to get from Shaftesbury to Tintagel is to drive which costs £30 - £50 and takes 2h 39m.

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

The fastest way to get from Shaftesbury to Tintagel is to drive which takes 2h 39m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct train between Shaftesbury and Tintagel?

No, there is no direct train from Shaftesbury to Tintagel. However, there are services departing from Gillingham (Dorset) and arriving at Bodmin Parkway via Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 31m.

How far is it from Shaftesbury to Tintagel?

The distance between Shaftesbury and Tintagel is 169 miles. The road distance is 130.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Shaftesbury to Tintagel without a car is to train which takes 5h 31m and costs £100 - £190.

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

It takes approximately 5h 31m to get from Shaftesbury to Tintagel, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Shaftesbury to Tintagel train from?

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

Where does the Shaftesbury to Tintagel train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Shaftesbury to Tintagel?

Yes, the driving distance between Shaftesbury to Tintagel is 131 miles. It takes approximately 2h 39m to drive from Shaftesbury to Tintagel.

Where can I stay near Tintagel?

There are 2153+ hotels available in Tintagel.

Shaftesbury to Tintagel - 3 ways to travel via train, line 66 bus, and bus

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

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Train
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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 Bodmin Parkwaytrain Exeter St Davids - Penzance / ...
5h 31m
£105–189
Drive 129.9 mi
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1. Drive from Shaftesbury to Tintagelcar 129.9 mi
2h 39m
£32–46
Train, line 66 bus, bus, line 95 bus
1. Take the train from Gillingham (Dorset) to Exeter Centraltrain
2. Take the bus from Prison to Tenby Housebus 66
3. Take the bus from West Street to The Strandbus 6
4. Take the bus from The Strand to Molesworth Streetbus 95
8h 8m

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Distance: 168.2 mi
Duration: 5h 31m

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

You can take a bus from Bell Street Car Park to Tintagel via Gillingham Station, Gillingham (Dorset), Exeter St Davids, and Bodmin Parkway in around 5h 31m.

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