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

The cheapest way to get from Shepton Mallet to Shaftesbury is to drive which costs £5 - £8 and takes 40 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Shepton Mallet to Shaftesbury is to drive which takes 40 min and costs £5 - £8.

Is there a direct bus between Shepton Mallet and Shaftesbury?

No, there is no direct bus from Shepton Mallet station to Shaftesbury. However, there are services departing from Police Station and arriving at The Town Hall via Market Place and Gillingham Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 48m.

How far is it from Shepton Mallet to Shaftesbury?

The distance between Shepton Mallet and Shaftesbury is 44 miles. The road distance is 22.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Shepton Mallet to Shaftesbury without a car is to bus and line 57 bus which takes 3h 48m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 3h 48m to get from Shepton Mallet to Shaftesbury, including transfers.

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

Shepton Mallet to Shaftesbury bus services, operated by Berrys Coaches, depart from Police Station.

Where does the Shepton Mallet to Shaftesbury bus arrive?

Shepton Mallet to Shaftesbury bus services, operated by Berrys Coaches, arrive at Market Place station.

Can I drive from Shepton Mallet to Shaftesbury?

Yes, the driving distance between Shepton Mallet to Shaftesbury is 23 miles. It takes approximately 40 min to drive from Shepton Mallet to Shaftesbury.

Where can I stay near Shaftesbury?

There are 576+ hotels available in Shaftesbury.

Shepton Mallet to Shaftesbury - 4 ways to travel via bus, line 57 bus, and car

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

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Bus, line 57 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Police Station to Market Placebus Sf3
2. Take the bus from Market Place to Gillingham Stationbus 57
3h 48m
Drive 22.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Shepton Mallet to Shaftesburycar 22.6 mi
40 min
£6–8
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Shepton Mallet to Shaftesburytaxi 22.6 mi
40 min
£100–130
Bus
1. Take the bus from Great Ostry to Bus Stationbus 173 / ...
2. Take the bus from Strode College to Gillingham Stationbus 647
4h 24m
£9–14

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Distance: 43.6 mi
Duration: 3h 48m

What companies run services between Shepton Mallet, England and Shaftesbury, Dorset, England?

You can take a bus from Police Station to The Town Hall via Market Place and Gillingham Station in around 3h 48m.

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