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

The cheapest way to get from Tonbridge to Shaftesbury is to drive which costs £30 - £50 and takes 2h 16m.

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

The fastest way to get from Tonbridge to Shaftesbury is to drive which takes 2h 16m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Tonbridge and Shaftesbury?

No, there is no direct bus from Tonbridge to Shaftesbury. However, there are services departing from Castle and arriving at Larmer Tree Park View Point via Royal Victoria Place and Old Steine. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 19m.

Is there a direct train between Tonbridge and Shaftesbury?

No, there is no direct train from Tonbridge to Shaftesbury. However, there are services departing from Tonbridge and arriving at Gillingham (Dorset) via London Waterloo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h.

How far is it from Tonbridge to Shaftesbury?

The distance between Tonbridge and Shaftesbury is 139 miles. The road distance is 130.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Tonbridge to Shaftesbury without a car is to train which takes 4h and costs £55 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 4h to get from Tonbridge to Shaftesbury, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Tonbridge to Shaftesbury bus from?

Tonbridge to Shaftesbury bus services, operated by Brighton & Hove, depart from Royal Victoria Place station.

Where do I catch the Tonbridge to Shaftesbury train from?

Tonbridge to Shaftesbury train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Tonbridge station.

Train or bus from Tonbridge to Shaftesbury?

The best way to get from Tonbridge to Shaftesbury is to train which takes 4h and costs £55 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £45 - £85 and takes 6h 19m.

Where does the Tonbridge to Shaftesbury bus arrive?

Tonbridge to Shaftesbury bus services, operated by Brighton & Hove, arrive at Old Steine station.

Where does the Tonbridge to Shaftesbury train arrive?

Tonbridge to Shaftesbury train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at London Waterloo East station.

Can I drive from Tonbridge to Shaftesbury?

Yes, the driving distance between Tonbridge to Shaftesbury is 131 miles. It takes approximately 2h 16m to drive from Tonbridge to Shaftesbury.

Where can I stay near Shaftesbury?

There are 556+ hotels available in Shaftesbury.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Tonbridge to London Waterloo Easttrain Hastings - London Charing Cross / ...
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Gillingham (Dorset)train London Waterloo - Exeter St Davids / ...
4h
£58–133
Drive 130 mi
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1. Drive from Tonbridge to Shaftesburycar 130 mi
2h 16m
£32–46
Bus
1. Take the bus from Royal Victoria Place to Old Steinebus 29 / ...
2. Take the bus from Old Steine to Larmer Tree Park View Pointbus Er1
6h 19m
£48–81

Tonbridge to Shaftesbury by train, foot, and bus

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Distance: 138.2 mi
Duration: 4h

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

You can take a train from Tonbridge to The Town Hall via London Waterloo East, London Waterloo, Gillingham (Dorset), and Gillingham Station in around 4h. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Castle to Shaftesbury via Royal Victoria Place, Old Steine, and Larmer Tree Park View Point in around 6h 19m.

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