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

The cheapest way to get from Shaftesbury to Watchet is to bus which costs £8 - £15 and takes 6h 19m.

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

The fastest way to get from Shaftesbury to Watchet is to drive which takes 1h 31m and costs £14 - £22.

Is there a direct bus between Shaftesbury and Watchet?

No, there is no direct bus from Shaftesbury to Watchet. However, there are services departing from Bell Street Car Park and arriving at Brendon Road via Gillingham Station, Strode College, Crispin Hall, Castle Way and Little Meadow. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 19m.

Is there a direct train between Shaftesbury and Watchet?

No, there is no direct train from Shaftesbury to Watchet. However, there are services departing from Gillingham (Dorset) and arriving at Taunton via Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 16m.

How far is it from Shaftesbury to Watchet?

The distance between Shaftesbury and Watchet is 121 miles. The road distance is 61 miles.

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

The best way to get from Shaftesbury to Watchet without a car is to train which takes 4h 16m and costs £40 - £95.

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

It takes approximately 4h 16m to get from Shaftesbury to Watchet, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Shaftesbury to Watchet bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Shaftesbury to Watchet train from?

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

Train or bus from Shaftesbury to Watchet?

The best way to get from Shaftesbury to Watchet is to train which takes 4h 16m and costs £40 - £95. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £8 - £15 and takes 6h 19m.

Where does the Shaftesbury to Watchet bus arrive?

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

Where does the Shaftesbury to Watchet train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Shaftesbury to Watchet?

Yes, the driving distance between Shaftesbury to Watchet is 61 miles. It takes approximately 1h 31m to drive from Shaftesbury to Watchet.

Where can I stay near Watchet?

There are 817+ hotels available in Watchet.

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There are 4 ways to get from Shaftesbury to Watchet 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 Tauntontrain Penzance - London Paddington / ...
4h 16m
£43–95
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Gillingham Station to Strode Collegebus 647
2. Take the bus from Crispin Hall to Taunton Town Centre Kbus 374
6h 19m
£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 56m
Drive 60.6 mi
1. Drive from Shaftesbury to Watchetcar 60.6 mi
1h 31m
£15–22

Shaftesbury to Watchet by bus and train

121Weekly Services

4h 16mAverage Duration

£43Cheapest Price

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Distance: 120.6 mi
Duration: 4h 16m

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

You can take a bus from Bell Street Car Park to Brendon Road via Gillingham Station, Gillingham (Dorset), Exeter St Davids, Taunton, Taunton Rail Station Stop 1 South Side, and Little Meadow in around 4h 16m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bell Street Car Park to Brendon Road via Gillingham Station, Strode College, Crispin Hall, Taunton Town Centre K, Castle Way, and Little Meadow in around 6h 19m.

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