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

The cheapest way to get from Wincanton to Shaftesbury is to drive which costs £2 - £5 and takes 21 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Wincanton to Shaftesbury is to taxi which takes 21 min and costs £55 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Wincanton and Shaftesbury?

No, there is no direct bus from Wincanton to Shaftesbury. However, there are services departing from High Street and arriving at The Town Hall via Gillingham Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 24m.

How far is it from Wincanton to Shaftesbury?

The distance between Wincanton and Shaftesbury is 13 miles. The road distance is 11.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Wincanton to Shaftesbury without a car is to line 647 bus and bus which takes 1h 24m and costs £4 - £6.

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

It takes approximately 1h 24m to get from Wincanton to Shaftesbury, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Wincanton to Shaftesbury bus from?

Wincanton to Shaftesbury bus services, operated by South West Coaches, depart from High Street station.

Where does the Wincanton to Shaftesbury bus arrive?

Wincanton to Shaftesbury bus services, operated by South West Coaches, arrive at Gillingham Station.

Can I drive from Wincanton to Shaftesbury?

Yes, the driving distance between Wincanton to Shaftesbury is 12 miles. It takes approximately 21 min to drive from Wincanton to Shaftesbury.

Where can I stay near Shaftesbury?

There are 575+ hotels available in Shaftesbury.

Wincanton to Shaftesbury - 4 ways to travel via train, line 647 bus, and bus

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

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Line 647 bus, bus
best
1. Take the bus from High Street to Gillingham Stationbus 647
2. Take the bus from Gillingham Station to The Town Hallbus Cr2 / ...
1h 24m
£4–5
Drive 11.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Wincanton to Shaftesburycar 11.7 mi
21 min
£3–5
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Wincanton to Shaftesburytaxi 11.7 mi
21 min
£55–70
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Mount Carmel Primary School to Station Roadbus 58
2. Take the train from Templecombe to Gillingham (Dorset)train
3. Take the bus from Gillingham Station to The Town Hallbus Cr2
2h 21m
£7–14

Wincanton to Shaftesbury by bus

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Distance: 12.8 mi
Duration: 1h 24m

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

You can take a bus from High Street to The Town Hall via Gillingham Station in around 1h 24m.

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