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

The cheapest way to get from Shaftesbury to Watford is to bus via Southampton which costs £15 - £24 and takes 7h 21m.

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

The fastest way to get from Shaftesbury to Watford is to drive which takes 1h 58m and costs £26 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Shaftesbury and Watford?

No, there is no direct bus from Shaftesbury to Watford. However, there are services departing from The Town Hall and arriving at Town Hall via Blue Boar Row, Meeting House Lane and Heathrow Terminal 3. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 12m.

Is there a direct train between Shaftesbury and Watford?

No, there is no direct train from Shaftesbury to Watford. However, there are services departing from Gillingham (Dorset) and arriving at Watford Junction via Waterloo station and London Euston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 47m.

How far is it from Shaftesbury to Watford?

The distance between Shaftesbury and Watford is 130 miles. The road distance is 109.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Shaftesbury to Watford without a car is to train which takes 3h 47m and costs £40 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 3h 47m to get from Shaftesbury to Watford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Shaftesbury to Watford bus from?

Shaftesbury to Watford bus services, operated by Salisbury Reds, depart from The Town Hall station.

Where do I catch the Shaftesbury to Watford train from?

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

Train or bus from Shaftesbury to Watford?

The best way to get from Shaftesbury to Watford is to train which takes 3h 47m and costs £40 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £21 - £35 and takes 6h 12m.

Where does the Shaftesbury to Watford bus arrive?

Shaftesbury to Watford bus services, operated by Salisbury Reds, arrive at New Canal station.

Where does the Shaftesbury to Watford train arrive?

Shaftesbury to Watford train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at London Waterloo station.

Can I drive from Shaftesbury to Watford?

Yes, the driving distance between Shaftesbury to Watford is 110 miles. It takes approximately 1h 58m to drive from Shaftesbury to Watford.

Where can I stay near Watford?

There are 12860+ hotels available in Watford.

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There are 4 ways to get from Shaftesbury to Watford by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Gillingham (Dorset) to London Waterlootrain Yeovil Junction - London Waterloo / ...
3h 47m
£43–112
Bus via Southampton
cheapest
1. Take the bus from The Town Hall to New Canalbus 29
2. Take the bus from Endless Street to Central Stationbus X7 / ...
3. Take the bus from Southampton Central Station to London Heathrow Airportbus
7h 21m
£16–23
Bus
1. Take the bus from The Town Hall to New Canalbus 29
2. Take the bus from Meeting House Lane to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 035 / ...
6h 12m
£22–32
Drive 109.3 mi
1. Drive from Shaftesbury to Watfordcar 109.3 mi
1h 58m
£27–39

Shaftesbury to Watford by bus, train, and subway

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Distance: 128.8 mi
Duration: 3h 47m

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

South Western Railway operates a train from Gillingham (Dorset) to London Waterloo hourly. Tickets cost £35–80 and the journey takes 2h 7m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from The Town Hall to Town Hall via New Canal, Blue Boar Row, Meeting House Lane, Heathrow Central Bus Station, and Heathrow Terminal 3 in around 6h 12m.

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