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

The cheapest way to get from Trowbridge to Shaftesbury is to drive which costs £6 - £9 and takes 35 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Trowbridge to Shaftesbury is to drive which takes 35 min and costs £6 - £9.

Is there a direct bus between Trowbridge and Shaftesbury?

No, there is no direct bus from Trowbridge to Shaftesbury. However, there are services departing from Cradle Bridge and arriving at The Town Hall via Market Place and Gillingham Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 1m.

How far is it from Trowbridge to Shaftesbury?

The distance between Trowbridge and Shaftesbury is 55 miles. The road distance is 24.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Trowbridge to Shaftesbury without a car is to train and bus via Gillingham Station which takes 2h 18m and costs £23 - £50.

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

It takes approximately 2h 18m to get from Trowbridge to Shaftesbury, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Trowbridge to Shaftesbury bus from?

Trowbridge to Shaftesbury bus services, operated by First Bristol, Bath & the West, depart from Cradle Bridge station.

Where does the Trowbridge to Shaftesbury bus arrive?

Trowbridge to Shaftesbury bus services, operated by First Bristol, Bath & the West, arrive at Market Place station.

Can I drive from Trowbridge to Shaftesbury?

Yes, the driving distance between Trowbridge to Shaftesbury is 25 miles. It takes approximately 35 min to drive from Trowbridge to Shaftesbury.

Where can I stay near Shaftesbury?

There are 555+ hotels available in Shaftesbury.

Trowbridge to Shaftesbury - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, and line 57 bus

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There are 6 ways to get from Trowbridge to Shaftesbury by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train, bus via Gillingham Station
best
1. Take the train from Trowbridge to Salisburytrain
2. Take the train from Salisbury to Gillingham (Dorset)train
3. Take the bus from Gillingham Station to The Town Hallbus Cr2
2h 18m
£24–46
Drive 24.6 mi
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1. Drive from Trowbridge to Shaftesburycar 24.6 mi
35 min
£7–9
Bus, line 57 bus
1. Take the bus from Cradle Bridge to Market Placebus D1
2. Take the bus from Market Place to Gillingham Stationbus 57
3h 1m
£8–10
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Trowbridge to Shaftesburytaxi 24.6 mi
35 min
£110–140
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Trowbridge to Salisburytrain Cardiff Central - Portsmouth Harbour / ...
2. Take the bus from Blue Boar Row to The Town Hallbus 29 / ...
3h 2m
£17–30
Bus, line 57 bus via Market Place
1. Take the bus from Cradle Bridge to Market Placebus D1
2. Take the bus from Market Place to Gillingham Stationbus 57
3h 15m
£8–10

Trowbridge to Shaftesbury by train and bus

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2h 18mAverage Duration

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Distance: 54.6 mi
Duration: 2h 18m

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

You can take a bus from Cradle Bridge to The Town Hall via Market Place and Gillingham Station in around 3h 1m.

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