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

The cheapest way to get from St. Austell to Shepton Mallet is to bus which costs £30 - £70 and takes 8h 23m.

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

The fastest way to get from St. Austell to Shepton Mallet is to drive which takes 2h 36m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between St. Austell and Shepton Mallet?

No, there is no direct bus from St. Austell station to Shepton Mallet. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Great Ostry via Plymouth Coach Station, Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 41m.

Is there a direct train between St. Austell and Shepton Mallet?

No, there is no direct train from St. Austell to Shepton Mallet. However, there are services departing from St Austell and arriving at Castle Cary via Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 6m.

How far is it from St. Austell to Shepton Mallet?

The distance between St. Austell and Shepton Mallet is 158 miles. The road distance is 135.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from St. Austell to Shepton Mallet without a car is to train which takes 5h 6m and costs £65 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 5h 6m to get from St. Austell to Shepton Mallet, including transfers.

Where do I catch the St. Austell to Shepton Mallet bus from?

St. Austell to Shepton Mallet bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bus Station.

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

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

Train or bus from St. Austell to Shepton Mallet?

The best way to get from St. Austell to Shepton Mallet is to train which takes 5h 6m and costs £65 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus via Plymouth, which costs £25 - £80 and takes 7h 41m.

Where does the St. Austell to Shepton Mallet bus arrive?

St. Austell to Shepton Mallet bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Plymouth Coach Station.

Where does the St. Austell to Shepton Mallet train arrive?

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

Can I drive from St. Austell to Shepton Mallet?

Yes, the driving distance between St. Austell to Shepton Mallet is 136 miles. It takes approximately 2h 36m to drive from St. Austell to Shepton Mallet.

Where can I stay near Shepton Mallet?

There are 1472+ hotels available in Shepton Mallet.

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There are 5 ways to get from St. Austell to Shepton Mallet 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 Castle Carytrain Exeter St Davids - London Paddington / ...
5h 6m
£67–137
Bus via Plymouth
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Plymouth Coach Stationbus 404 / ...
2. Take the bus from Plymouth Coach Station to Bristol Bus Stationbus Uk087 / ...
7h 41m
£25–79
Drive 135 mi
1. Drive from St. Austell to Shepton Malletcar 135 mi
2h 36m
£33–48
Train, bus
1. Take the train from St Austell to Tauntontrain Penzance - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the bus from Taunton Town Centre Stop I to Bus Stationbus 374
6h 9m
£59–110
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 404
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 375
8h 23m
£31–70

St. Austell to Shepton Mallet by train and bus

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6h 9mAverage Duration

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Distance: 157.2 mi
Duration: 5h 6m

What companies run services between St. Austell, England and Shepton Mallet, England?

You can take a train from St Austell to Frithfield Lane via Exeter St Davids, Castle Cary, and Castle Cary Station in around 5h 6m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Great Ostry via Plymouth Coach Station, Bristol Bus Station, Bus Station, and Bus Station in around 7h 41m.

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