What is the cheapest way to get from Southend-on-Sea to Shaftesbury?

The cheapest way to get from Southend-on-Sea to Shaftesbury is to drive which costs £35 - £55 and takes 3h 12m.

What is the fastest way to get from Southend-on-Sea to Shaftesbury?

The fastest way to get from Southend-on-Sea to Shaftesbury is to drive which takes 3h 12m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct train between Southend-on-Sea and Shaftesbury?

No, there is no direct train from Southend-on-Sea to Shaftesbury. However, there are services departing from Southend Central and arriving at Gillingham (Dorset) via West Ham station and London Waterloo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 16m.

How far is it from Southend-on-Sea to Shaftesbury?

The distance between Southend-on-Sea and Shaftesbury is 150 miles. The road distance is 148.9 miles.

How do I travel from Southend-on-Sea to Shaftesbury without a car?

The best way to get from Southend-on-Sea to Shaftesbury without a car is to train which takes 4h 16m and costs £60 - £160.

How long does it take to get from Southend-on-Sea to Shaftesbury?

It takes approximately 4h 16m to get from Southend-on-Sea to Shaftesbury, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Southend-on-Sea to Shaftesbury train from?

Southend-on-Sea to Shaftesbury train services, operated by c2c, depart from Southend Central station.

Where does the Southend-on-Sea to Shaftesbury train arrive?

Southend-on-Sea to Shaftesbury train services, operated by c2c, arrive at West Ham station.

Can I drive from Southend-on-Sea to Shaftesbury?

Yes, the driving distance between Southend-on-Sea to Shaftesbury is 149 miles. It takes approximately 3h 12m to drive from Southend-on-Sea to Shaftesbury.

Where can I stay near Shaftesbury?

There are 555+ hotels available in Shaftesbury.

Southend-on-Sea to Shaftesbury - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Southend-on-Sea to Shaftesbury by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Southend Central to West Hamtrain Shoeburyness - London Fenchurch Street / ...
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Gillingham (Dorset)train London Waterloo - Exeter St Davids / ...
4h 16m
£60–152
Drive 148.1 mi
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1. Drive from Southend-on-Sea to Shaftesburycar 148.1 mi
3h 12m
£36–52
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Southend Victoria to Stratford (London)train
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Andovertrain
3. Take the bus from Andover Station to Blue Boar Rowbus 8
4. Take the bus from Blue Boar Row to The Town Hallbus 29 / ...
6h 43m

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Distance: 148.8 mi
Duration: 4h 16m

What companies run services between Southend-on-Sea, England and Shaftesbury, Dorset, England?

You can take a train from Southend Central to The Town Hall via West Ham, West Ham station, Waterloo Station, London Waterloo, Gillingham (Dorset), and Gillingham Station in around 4h 16m.

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