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

The cheapest way to get from Southampton to Shaftesbury is to drive which costs £10 - £16 and takes 1h 1m.

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

The fastest way to get from Southampton to Shaftesbury is to drive which takes 1h 1m and costs £10 - £16.

Is there a direct bus between Southampton and Shaftesbury?

No, there is no direct bus from Southampton to Shaftesbury. However, there are services departing from WestQuay and arriving at The Town Hall via Blue Boar Row. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 31m.

How far is it from Southampton to Shaftesbury?

The distance between Southampton and Shaftesbury is 51 miles. The road distance is 44.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Southampton to Shaftesbury without a car is to train and bus which takes 2h 11m and costs £22 - £50.

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

It takes approximately 2h 11m to get from Southampton to Shaftesbury, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Southampton to Shaftesbury bus from?

Southampton to Shaftesbury bus services, operated by Salisbury Reds, depart from WestQuay station.

Where does the Southampton to Shaftesbury bus arrive?

Southampton to Shaftesbury bus services, operated by Salisbury Reds, arrive at New Canal station.

Can I drive from Southampton to Shaftesbury?

Yes, the driving distance between Southampton to Shaftesbury is 45 miles. It takes approximately 1h 1m to drive from Southampton to Shaftesbury.

Where can I stay near Shaftesbury?

There are 554+ hotels available in Shaftesbury.

Southampton to Shaftesbury - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Southampton Central to Salisburytrain
2. Take the train from Salisbury to Gillingham (Dorset)train
3. Take the bus from Gillingham Station to The Town Hallbus Cr2
2h 11m
£22–48
Drive 44.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Southampton to Shaftesburycar 44.4 mi
1h 1m
£11–16
Bus
1. Take the bus from WestQuay to New Canalbus X7 / ...
2. Take the bus from Blue Boar Row to The Town Hallbus 29 / ...
3h 31m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Southampton to Shaftesburytaxi 44.4 mi
1h 1m
£110–140

Southampton to Shaftesbury by train and bus

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2h 11mAverage Duration

£22Cheapest Price

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Distance: 50.6 mi
Duration: 2h 11m

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

You can take a bus from WestQuay to The Town Hall via New Canal and Blue Boar Row in around 3h 31m.

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