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

The cheapest way to get from Worcester to Shaftesbury is to drive which costs £23 - £35 and takes 2h 1m.

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

The fastest way to get from Worcester to Shaftesbury is to drive which takes 2h 1m and costs £23 - £35.

Is there a direct train between Worcester and Shaftesbury?

No, there is no direct train from Worcester to Shaftesbury. However, there are services departing from Worcester Shrub Hill and arriving at Gillingham (Dorset) via Reading and Basingstoke. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 38m.

How far is it from Worcester to Shaftesbury?

The distance between Worcester and Shaftesbury is 162 miles. The road distance is 97.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Worcester to Shaftesbury without a car is to train which takes 4h 38m and costs £70 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 4h 38m to get from Worcester to Shaftesbury, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Worcester to Shaftesbury train from?

Worcester to Shaftesbury train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Worcester Shrub Hill station.

Where does the Worcester to Shaftesbury train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Worcester to Shaftesbury?

Yes, the driving distance between Worcester to Shaftesbury is 98 miles. It takes approximately 2h 1m to drive from Worcester to Shaftesbury.

Where can I stay near Shaftesbury?

There are 556+ hotels available in Shaftesbury.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Worcester Shrub Hill to Readingtrain Great Malvern - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Basingstoke to Gillingham (Dorset)train London Waterloo - Exeter St Davids / ...
4h 38m
£70–145
Drive 97.2 mi
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1. Drive from Worcester to Shaftesburycar 97.2 mi
2h 1m
£24–35
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Worcester Foregate Street to Salisburytrain Worcester Foregate Street - Salisbury
2. Take the bus from Blue Boar Row to The Town Hallbus 29 / ...
5h 42m

Worcester to Shaftesbury by train and bus

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4h 38mAverage Duration

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Distance: 161.4 mi
Duration: 4h 38m

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

You can take a train from Worcester Shrub Hill to The Town Hall via Reading, Basingstoke, Gillingham (Dorset), and Gillingham Station in around 4h 38m.

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