What is the cheapest way to get from Shaftesbury to West Stour?

The cheapest way to get from Shaftesbury to West Stour is to drive which costs £1 - £2 and takes 9 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Shaftesbury to West Stour?

The fastest way to get from Shaftesbury to West Stour is to taxi which takes 9 min and costs £14 - £17.

Is there a direct bus between Shaftesbury and West Stour?

No, there is no direct bus from Shaftesbury to West Stour. However, there are services departing from Bell Street Car Park and arriving at East Stour Crossroads via Gillingham Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 27m.

How far is it from Shaftesbury to West Stour?

The distance between Shaftesbury and West Stour is 7 miles. The road distance is 5.4 miles.

How do I travel from Shaftesbury to West Stour without a car?

The best way to get from Shaftesbury to West Stour without a car is to bus which takes 1h 27m and costs £4 - £5.

How long does it take to get from Shaftesbury to West Stour?

It takes approximately 1h 27m to get from Shaftesbury to West Stour, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Shaftesbury to West Stour bus from?

Shaftesbury to West Stour bus services, operated by South West Coaches, depart from Bell Street Car Park station.

Where does the Shaftesbury to West Stour bus arrive?

Shaftesbury to West Stour bus services, operated by South West Coaches, arrive at Gillingham Station.

Can I drive from Shaftesbury to West Stour?

Yes, the driving distance between Shaftesbury to West Stour is 5 miles. It takes approximately 9 min to drive from Shaftesbury to West Stour.

Where can I stay near West Stour?

There are 667+ hotels available in West Stour.

Shaftesbury to West Stour - 3 ways to travel via bus, taxi, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Shaftesbury to West Stour by bus, taxi, or car

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Bell Street Car Park to Gillingham Stationbus Cr2 / ...
2. Take the bus from Gillingham Station to East Stour Crossroadsbus Cr3
1h 27m
£4–5
Drive 5.4 mi
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1. Drive from Shaftesbury to West Stourcar 5.4 mi
9 min
£2
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Shaftesbury to West Stourtaxi 5.4 mi
9 min
£14–17

Shaftesbury to West Stour by bus

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1h 27mAverage Duration

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Distance: 7.2 mi
Duration: 1h 27m

What companies run services between Shaftesbury, Dorset, England and West Stour, England?

You can take a bus from Bell Street Car Park to East Stour Crossroads via Gillingham Station in around 1h 27m.

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