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

The cheapest way to get from Shaftesbury to Wells is to drive which costs £6 - £10 and takes 52 min.

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 £6 - £10.

Is there a direct bus between Shaftesbury and Wells?

No, there is no direct bus from Shaftesbury to Wells. However, there are services departing from Bell Street Car Park and arriving at New Street via Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 23m.

How far is it from Shaftesbury to Wells?

The distance between Shaftesbury and Wells is 53 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 which takes 3h 23m and costs £12 - £25.

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

It takes approximately 3h 23m 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 First Bristol, Bath & the West, depart from Bus Station.

Where does the Shaftesbury to Wells bus arrive?

Shaftesbury to Wells bus services, operated by First Bristol, Bath & the West, arrive at New Street 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 1156+ hotels available in Wells.

Shaftesbury to Wells - 4 ways to travel via bus, car, taxi, and line 58 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Shaftesbury to Wells by bus, car, or taxi

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to New Streetbus 376
3h 23m
£12–25
Drive 28.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Shaftesbury to Wellscar 28.4 mi
52 min
£7–10
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Shaftesbury to Wellstaxi 28.4 mi
52 min
£60–75
Line 58 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Station Road to Bus Stationbus 58
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 376
3h 45m

Shaftesbury to Wells by bus and train

156Weekly Services

3h 23mAverage Duration

£12Cheapest Price

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Distance: 52.9 mi
Duration: 3h 23m

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

First Bristol, Bath & the West operates a bus from Bus Station to New Street every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £2–4 and the journey takes 1h 31m.

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