What is the cheapest way to get from Waterloo Station to Shaftesbury?

The cheapest way to get from Waterloo Station to Shaftesbury is to drive which costs £26 - £40 and takes 2h 9m.

What is the fastest way to get from Waterloo Station to Shaftesbury?

The fastest way to get from Waterloo Station to Shaftesbury is to drive which takes 2h 9m and costs £26 - £40.

Is there a direct train between Waterloo Station and Shaftesbury?

No, there is no direct train from Waterloo Station to Shaftesbury. However, there are services departing from London Waterloo and arriving at Gillingham (Dorset) via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 38m.

How far is it from Waterloo Station to Shaftesbury?

The distance between Waterloo Station and Shaftesbury is 110 miles. The road distance is 107.1 miles.

How do I travel from Waterloo Station to Shaftesbury without a car?

The best way to get from Waterloo Station to Shaftesbury without a car is to train which takes 2h 38m and costs £45 - £110.

How long does it take to get from Waterloo Station to Shaftesbury?

It takes approximately 2h 38m to get from Waterloo Station to Shaftesbury, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Waterloo Station to Shaftesbury train from?

Waterloo Station to Shaftesbury train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from London Waterloo station.

Where does the Waterloo Station to Shaftesbury train arrive?

Waterloo Station to Shaftesbury train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at Gillingham (Dorset) station.

Can I drive from Waterloo Station to Shaftesbury?

Yes, the driving distance between Waterloo Station to Shaftesbury is 107 miles. It takes approximately 2h 9m to drive from Waterloo Station to Shaftesbury.

Where can I stay near Shaftesbury?

There are 557+ hotels available in Shaftesbury.

Waterloo Station to Shaftesbury - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from London Waterloo to Gillingham (Dorset)train London Waterloo - Exeter St Davids / ...
2h 38m
£46–101
Drive 106.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Waterloo Station to Shaftesburycar 106.5 mi
2h 9m
£26–38
Train, bus
1. Take the train from London Waterloo to Andovertrain
2. Take the bus from Andover Station to Blue Boar Rowbus 8
3. Take the bus from Blue Boar Row to The Town Hallbus 29 / ...
5h 7m

Waterloo Station to Shaftesbury by train and bus

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2h 38mAverage Duration

£46Cheapest Price

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Distance: 109.4 mi
Duration: 2h 38m

What companies run services between Waterloo Station, England and Shaftesbury, Dorset, England?

South Western Railway operates a train from London Waterloo to Gillingham (Dorset) hourly. Tickets cost £40–100 and the journey takes 1h 56m.

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