What is the cheapest way to get from St. Austell to Shaftesbury?

The cheapest way to get from St. Austell to Shaftesbury is to drive which costs £35 - £55 and takes 2h 47m.

What is the fastest way to get from St. Austell to Shaftesbury?

The fastest way to get from St. Austell to Shaftesbury is to drive which takes 2h 47m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct train between St. Austell and Shaftesbury?

No, there is no direct train from St. Austell to Shaftesbury. However, there are services departing from St Austell and arriving at Gillingham (Dorset) via Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 45m.

How far is it from St. Austell to Shaftesbury?

The distance between St. Austell and Shaftesbury is 162 miles. The road distance is 145.4 miles.

How do I travel from St. Austell to Shaftesbury without a car?

The best way to get from St. Austell to Shaftesbury without a car is to train which takes 4h 45m and costs £70 - £150.

How long does it take to get from St. Austell to Shaftesbury?

It takes approximately 4h 45m to get from St. Austell to Shaftesbury, including transfers.

Where do I catch the St. Austell to Shaftesbury train from?

St. Austell to Shaftesbury train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from St Austell station.

Where does the St. Austell to Shaftesbury train arrive?

St. Austell to Shaftesbury train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Exeter St Davids station.

Can I drive from St. Austell to Shaftesbury?

Yes, the driving distance between St. Austell to Shaftesbury is 145 miles. It takes approximately 2h 47m to drive from St. Austell to Shaftesbury.

Where can I stay near Shaftesbury?

There are 554+ hotels available in Shaftesbury.

St. Austell to Shaftesbury - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from St. Austell to Shaftesbury by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from St Austell to Exeter St Davidstrain Penzance - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Gillingham (Dorset)train Exeter St Davids - London Waterloo / ...
4h 45m
£71–145
Drive 144.6 mi
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1. Drive from St. Austell to Shaftesburycar 144.6 mi
2h 47m
£36–51
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bampfylde Streetbus 404
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Rail Stationbus 44A
3. Take the train from Axminster to Gillingham (Dorset)train
7h 45m
£40–90

St. Austell to Shaftesbury by train and bus

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4h 45mAverage Duration

£71Cheapest Price

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Distance: 161.4 mi
Duration: 4h 45m

What companies run services between St. Austell, England and Shaftesbury, Dorset, England?

You can take a train from St Austell to The Town Hall via Exeter St Davids, Gillingham (Dorset), and Gillingham Station in around 4h 45m.

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