What is the cheapest way to get from Shepton Mallet to Melksham?

The cheapest way to get from Shepton Mallet to Melksham is to line 174 bus and bus which costs £3 - £7 and takes 2h 20m.

What is the fastest way to get from Shepton Mallet to Melksham?

The fastest way to get from Shepton Mallet to Melksham is to drive which takes 40 min and costs £6 - £10.

Is there a direct bus between Shepton Mallet and Melksham?

No, there is no direct bus from Shepton Mallet to Melksham. However, there are services departing from Great Ostry and arriving at The Bear via Guildhall. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 20m.

How far is it from Shepton Mallet to Melksham?

The distance between Shepton Mallet and Melksham is 32 miles. The road distance is 27.1 miles.

How do I travel from Shepton Mallet to Melksham without a car?

The best way to get from Shepton Mallet to Melksham without a car is to line 174 bus and bus which takes 2h 20m and costs £3 - £7.

How long does it take to get from Shepton Mallet to Melksham?

It takes approximately 2h 20m to get from Shepton Mallet to Melksham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Shepton Mallet to Melksham bus from?

Shepton Mallet to Melksham bus services, operated by First Bristol, Bath & the West, depart from Great Ostry station.

Where does the Shepton Mallet to Melksham bus arrive?

Shepton Mallet to Melksham bus services, operated by First Bristol, Bath & the West, arrive at Bus Station.

Can I drive from Shepton Mallet to Melksham?

Yes, the driving distance between Shepton Mallet to Melksham is 27 miles. It takes approximately 40 min to drive from Shepton Mallet to Melksham.

Where can I stay near Melksham?

There are 1482+ hotels available in Melksham.

Shepton Mallet to Melksham - 4 ways to travel via train, line 174 bus, and bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Shepton Mallet to Melksham by bus, train, car, or taxi

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Line 174 bus, bus
best
1. Take the bus from Great Ostry to Bus Stationbus 173 / ...
2. Take the bus from Guildhall to The Bearbus 271 / ...
2h 20m
£4–6
Line 1 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Beech House to Castle Cary Stationbus 1
2. Take the train from Castle Cary to Westbury (Wilts)train
3. Take the train from Westbury (Wilts) to Melkshamtrain
2h 35m
£15–30
Drive 27 mi
1. Drive from Shepton Mallet to Melkshamcar 27 mi
40 min
£7–10
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Shepton Mallet to Melkshamtaxi 27 mi
40 min
£120–150

Shepton Mallet to Melksham by bus and foot

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2h 20mAverage Duration

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Distance: 31.7 mi
Duration: 2h 20m

What companies run services between Shepton Mallet, England and Melksham, Wiltshire, England?

You can take a bus from Great Ostry to The Bear via Bus Station and Guildhall in around 2h 20m.

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