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

The cheapest way to get from Shaftesbury to Watchet is to bus via Lethbridge Arms which costs £10 - £18 and takes 6h 31m.

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 £15 - £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, Glaston Road, Castle Way and Lethbridge Arms. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 31m.

How far is it from Shaftesbury to Watchet?

The distance between Shaftesbury and Watchet is 120 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 bus and train and line 28 bus which takes 4h 54m and costs £40 - £85.

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

It takes approximately 4h 54m 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 does the Shaftesbury to Watchet bus arrive?

Shaftesbury to Watchet bus services, operated by South West Coaches, arrive at Strode College 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 806+ hotels available in Watchet.

Shaftesbury to Watchet - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, line 28 bus, and car

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

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Bus, train, line 28 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Bell Street Car Park to Gillingham Stationbus Cr2
2. Take the train from Gillingham (Dorset) to Exeter St Davidstrain
3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Tauntontrain
4. Take the bus from Taunton Rail Station Stop 1 South Side to Millers Waybus 28 / ...
5. Take the bus from Lethbridge Arms to Brendon Roadbus 28A / ...
4h 54m
£43–84
Bus via Lethbridge Arms
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Gillingham Station to Strode Collegebus 647
2. Take the bus from Glaston Road to Taunton Town Centre Kbus 374
6h 31m
£10–18
Train, line 28 bus
1. Take the train from Gillingham (Dorset) to Castle Carytrain
2. Take the train from Castle Cary to Tauntontrain
3. Take the bus from Lethbridge Arms to Brendon Roadbus 28A / ...
5h 7m
£29–56
Drive 60.6 mi
1. Drive from Shaftesbury to Watchetcar 60.6 mi
1h 31m
£16–22
Bus
1. Take the bus from Gillingham Station to Strode Collegebus 647
2. Take the bus from Glaston Road to Taunton Town Centre Kbus 374
3. Take the bus from Taunton Town Centre K to Brendon Roadbus 23B
7h 8m

Shaftesbury to Watchet by bus, train, and foot

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4h 54mAverage Duration

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Distance: 119.4 mi
Duration: 4h 54m

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, Strode College, Glaston Road, Taunton Town Centre K, Castle Way, and Lethbridge Arms in around 6h 31m.

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