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

The cheapest way to get from Shaftesbury to Wells is to bus and line 376 bus which costs £6 - £10 and takes 3h 9m.

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

The fastest way to get from Shaftesbury to Wells is to drive which takes 52 min and costs £7 - £11.

Is there a direct bus between Shaftesbury and Wells?

No, there is no direct bus from Shaftesbury to Wells station. However, there are services departing from Bell Street Car Park and arriving at Bus Station via Gillingham Station and Glaston Road. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 9m.

How far is it from Shaftesbury to Wells?

The distance between Shaftesbury and Wells is 41 miles. The road distance is 28.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Shaftesbury to Wells without a car is to bus and line 376 bus which takes 3h 9m and costs £6 - £10.

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

It takes approximately 3h 9m to get from Shaftesbury to Wells, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Shaftesbury to Wells bus from?

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

Where does the Shaftesbury to Wells bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Shaftesbury to Wells?

Yes, the driving distance between Shaftesbury to Wells is 29 miles. It takes approximately 52 min to drive from Shaftesbury to Wells.

Where can I stay near Wells?

There are 1139+ hotels available in Wells.

Shaftesbury to Wells - 5 ways to travel via bus, line 376 bus, car, and taxi

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There are 5 ways to get from Shaftesbury to Wells by bus, car, or taxi

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Bus, line 376 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Gillingham Station to Strode Collegebus 647
2. Take the bus from Glaston Road to Bus Stationbus 376 / ...
3h 9m
£6–10
Drive 28.4 mi
1. Drive from Shaftesbury to Wellscar 28.4 mi
52 min
£8–11
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Shaftesbury to Wellstaxi 28.4 mi
52 min
£60–75
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to New Streetbus 376
3h 38m
£12–24
Line 58 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Station Road to Bus Stationbus 58
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to New Streetbus 376
4h 7m
£9–18

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Distance: 40.8 mi
Duration: 3h 9m

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

You can take a bus from Bell Street Car Park to Bus Station via Gillingham Station, Strode College, and Glaston Road in around 3h 9m.

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