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

The cheapest way to get from Stroud to Shaftesbury is to drive which costs £15 - £22 and takes 1h 28m.

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

The fastest way to get from Stroud to Shaftesbury is to drive which takes 1h 28m and costs £15 - £22.

Is there a direct train between Stroud and Shaftesbury?

No, there is no direct train from Stroud to Shaftesbury. However, there are services departing from Stroud (Glos) and arriving at Gillingham (Dorset) via Salisbury. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 10m.

How far is it from Stroud to Shaftesbury?

The distance between Stroud and Shaftesbury is 108 miles. The road distance is 61.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Stroud to Shaftesbury without a car is to train which takes 4h 10m and costs £40 - £85.

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

It takes approximately 4h 10m to get from Stroud to Shaftesbury, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Stroud to Shaftesbury train from?

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

Where does the Stroud to Shaftesbury train arrive?

Stroud to Shaftesbury train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Salisbury station.

Can I drive from Stroud to Shaftesbury?

Yes, the driving distance between Stroud to Shaftesbury is 61 miles. It takes approximately 1h 28m to drive from Stroud to Shaftesbury.

Where can I stay near Shaftesbury?

There are 576+ hotels available in Shaftesbury.

Stroud to Shaftesbury - 4 ways to travel via train, car, and line 57 bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Stroud (Glos) to Salisburytrain Gloucester - Southampton Central / ...
4h 10m
£44–82
Drive 61.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Stroud to Shaftesburycar 61.1 mi
1h 28m
£16–22
Train via Reading
1. Take the train from Stroud (Glos) to Readingtrain Cheltenham Spa - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Basingstoke to Gillingham (Dorset)train London Waterloo - Yeovil Junction / ...
4h 28m
£57–110
Train, line 57 bus
1. Take the train from Stroud (Glos) to Warminstertrain Gloucester - Southampton Central / ...
2. Take the bus from Market Place to Gillingham Stationbus 57
4h 39m
£32–53

Stroud to Shaftesbury by train and bus

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Distance: 107.6 mi
Duration: 4h 10m

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

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Stroud (Glos) to Salisbury once daily. Tickets cost £30–65 and the journey takes 1h 58m.

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