What is the cheapest way to get from St Ives to Shaftesbury?

The cheapest way to get from St Ives to Shaftesbury is to drive which costs £40 - £65 and takes 3h 20m.

What is the fastest way to get from St Ives to Shaftesbury?

The fastest way to get from St Ives to Shaftesbury is to drive which takes 3h 20m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct train between St Ives and Shaftesbury?

No, there is no direct train from St Ives to Shaftesbury. However, there are services departing from St Ives (Cornwall) and arriving at Gillingham (Dorset) via St Erth and Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 20m.

How far is it from St Ives to Shaftesbury?

The distance between St Ives and Shaftesbury is 201 miles. The road distance is 179.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from St Ives to Shaftesbury without a car is to train which takes 6h 20m and costs £85 - £190.

How long does it take to get from St Ives to Shaftesbury?

It takes approximately 6h 20m to get from St Ives to Shaftesbury, including transfers.

Where do I catch the St Ives to Shaftesbury train from?

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

Where does the St Ives to Shaftesbury train arrive?

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

Can I drive from St Ives to Shaftesbury?

Yes, the driving distance between St Ives to Shaftesbury is 179 miles. It takes approximately 3h 20m to drive from St Ives to Shaftesbury.

Where can I stay near Shaftesbury?

There are 555+ hotels available in Shaftesbury.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from St Erth to Exeter St Davidstrain Penzance - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Gillingham (Dorset)train Exeter St Davids - London Waterloo / ...
6h 20m
£87–182
Drive 178.1 mi
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1. Drive from St Ives to Shaftesburycar 178.1 mi
3h 20m
£44–63
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Viaduct to Bampfylde Streetbus 406 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Rail Stationbus 44A
3. Take the train from Axminster to Gillingham (Dorset)train
10h 12m
£49–111

St Ives to Shaftesbury by train and bus

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6h 20mAverage Duration

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Distance: 199.6 mi
Duration: 6h 20m

What companies run services between St Ives, Cornwall, England and Shaftesbury, Dorset, England?

You can take a train from St Ives (Cornwall) to The Town Hall via St Erth, Exeter St Davids, Gillingham (Dorset), and Gillingham Station in around 6h 20m.

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