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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Shaftesbury to Somerset

Composite routes from Shaftesbury to Somerset

Cheapest
1 h 6 min
Car
71 km.
from $3
Other
4 h 18 min
56 km.
from $131.35
4 h 19 min
56 km.
Select a ticket
5 h 8 min
Train, Bus
56 km.
Select a ticket
5 h 42 min
Bus, Train
55 km.
from $5.43

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
Train from Salisbury to Bath
Ave. Duration:
55 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$27.85–$69.62

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 Strode College to Mountlands
Ave. Duration:
40 min
Frequency:
5 times a week
Bus from Rail Station to Market
Ave. Duration:
1h 23m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours

Salisbury Reds

Phone:
+44 1202 338420
Website:
salisburyreds.co.uk/
Bus from The Town Hall to New
Ave. Duration:
1h 20m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours

South West Coaches

Phone:
01935 475 872
Email:
info@southwestcoaches.co.uk
Website:
southwestcoaches.co.uk/
Bus from Gillingham Station to Strode
Ave. Duration:
1h 20m
Frequency:
5 times a week
Estimated price:
$2.91–$4.05

Bath Bus Company

Phone:
+44 (0)1225 444102
Website:
bathbuscompany.com/
Bus from Dorchester Street to Airport
Ave. Duration:
1h 16m
Frequency:
Hourly

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Shaftesbury to Somerset is to drive which costs $14.13 - $20.65 and takes 1h 7m.

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

The fastest way to get from Shaftesbury to Somerset is to drive which takes 1h 7m and costs $14.13 - $20.65 .

Is there a direct bus between Shaftesbury and Somerset?

No, there is no direct bus from Shaftesbury to Somerset. However, there are services departing from Bell Street Car Park and arriving at Mountlands via Gillingham Station and Strode College. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 19m.

How far is it from Shaftesbury to Somerset?

The distance between Shaftesbury and Somerset is 175 km. The road distance is 71.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Shaftesbury to Somerset without a car is to train which takes 4h 18m and costs $59.78 - $152.17 .

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

It takes approximately 4h 18m to get from Shaftesbury to Somerset, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Shaftesbury to Somerset bus from?

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

Train or bus from Shaftesbury to Somerset?

The best way to get from Shaftesbury to Somerset is to train which takes 4h 18m and costs $59.78 - $152.17 . Alternatively, you can bus and line 374 bus, which costs and takes 4h 19m.

Where does the Shaftesbury to Somerset bus arrive?

Shaftesbury to Somerset bus services, operated by South West Coaches, arrive at Strode College station.

Can I drive from Shaftesbury to Somerset?

Yes, the driving distance between Shaftesbury to Somerset is 71 km. It takes approximately 1h 7m to drive from Shaftesbury to Somerset.

Where can I stay near Somerset?

There are 759+ hotels available in Somerset. Prices start at $68.45 per night.
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