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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Shaftesbury to Taunton

Composite routes from Shaftesbury to Taunton

Cheapest
5 h 5 min
Car
483 km.
from $26
Other
3 h 6 min
62 km.
from $131.35
4 h 10 min
Train, Bus
62 km.
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4 h 14 min
62 km.
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Transport providers

Train operators

First Great Western Service

Phone:
+44 3457 000 125
Email:
gwr.feedback@gwr.com
Website:
gwr.com/
Train from Exeter St Davids to Taunton
Ave. Duration:
25 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$21.52–$54.43

Cross Country

Phone:
0344 736 9123
Email:
customer.relations@crosscountrytrains.co.uk
Website:
crosscountrytrains.co.uk/
Train from Exeter St Davids to Taunton
Ave. Duration:
24 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$35.44–$58.23

South Western Railway

Phone:
0345 6000 650
Website:
southwesternrailway.com/
Train from Gillingham (Dorset) to Exeter
Ave. Duration:
1h 25m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$44.30–$101.26
Train from Gillingham (Dorset) to Axminster
Ave. Duration:
46 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$26.58–$60.76

Bus operators

First Buses of Somerset

Phone:
0345 646 0707
Website:
firstbus.co.uk/somerset/
Bus from Rail Station to Market
Ave. Duration:
1h 23m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours

Berrys Coaches

Phone:
01823 331 356
Email:
info@berryscoaches.co.uk
Website:
berryscoaches.co.uk/
Bus from Memorial Hall to Kings
Ave. Duration:
1h 25m
Frequency:
Twice daily

South West Coaches

Phone:
01935 475 872
Email:
info@southwestcoaches.co.uk
Website:
southwestcoaches.co.uk/
Bus from Gillingham Station to Memorial
Ave. Duration:
30 min
Frequency:
5 times a week
Estimated price:
$0.89–$1.27

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Shaftesbury to Taunton is to drive which costs $15.22 - $23.91 and takes 1h 2m.

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

The fastest way to get from Shaftesbury to Taunton is to drive which takes 1h 2m and costs $15.22 - $23.91 .

Is there a direct bus between Shaftesbury and Taunton?

No, there is no direct bus from Shaftesbury to Taunton. However, there are services departing from Bell Street Car Park and arriving at Kings Arms via Gillingham Station and Memorial Hall. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 14m.

How far is it from Shaftesbury to Taunton?

The distance between Shaftesbury and Taunton is 164 km. The road distance is 79.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Shaftesbury to Taunton without a car is to train which takes 3h 6m and costs $59.78 - $152.17 .

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

It takes approximately 3h 6m to get from Shaftesbury to Taunton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Shaftesbury to Taunton bus from?

Shaftesbury to Taunton bus services, operated by South West Coaches, depart from Gillingham Station.

Train or bus from Shaftesbury to Taunton?

The best way to get from Shaftesbury to Taunton is to train which takes 3h 6m and costs $59.78 - $152.17 . Alternatively, you can line 647 bus and bus, which costs and takes 4h 14m.

Where does the Shaftesbury to Taunton bus arrive?

Shaftesbury to Taunton bus services, operated by South West Coaches, arrive at Memorial Hall station.

Can I drive from Shaftesbury to Taunton?

Yes, the driving distance between Shaftesbury to Taunton is 79 km. It takes approximately 1h 2m to drive from Shaftesbury to Taunton.

Where can I stay near Taunton?

There are 620+ hotels available in Taunton. Prices start at $33.73 per night.
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