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

The cheapest way to get from Exeter to Shaftesbury is to drive which costs £17 - £26 and takes 1h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Exeter to Shaftesbury is to drive which takes 1h 25m and costs £17 - £26.

How far is it from Exeter to Shaftesbury?

The distance between Exeter and Shaftesbury is 71 miles. The road distance is 71.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Exeter to Shaftesbury without a car is to train which takes 2h 9m and costs £30 - £75.

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

It takes approximately 2h 9m to get from Exeter to Shaftesbury, including transfers.

Can I drive from Exeter to Shaftesbury?

Yes, the driving distance between Exeter to Shaftesbury is 71 miles. It takes approximately 1h 25m to drive from Exeter to Shaftesbury.

Where can I stay near Shaftesbury?

There are 518+ hotels available in Shaftesbury.

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

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Exeter Central to Gillingham (Dorset)Exeter St Davids - London Waterloo / ...
2h 9m
£33–72
Drive 71 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Exeter to Shaftesbury71 mi
1h 25m
£18–26
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Lower Summerlands to Rail Station44A
2. Take the train from Axminster to Gillingham (Dorset)Exeter St Davids - London Waterloo / ...
3h 41m
£24–53

Exeter to Shaftesbury by train and bus

120Weekly Services

2h 9mAverage Duration

£33Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Exeter to Shaftesbury.

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Distance: 70.5 mi
Duration: 2h 9m

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

South Western Railway operates a train from Exeter Central to Gillingham (Dorset) hourly. Tickets cost £29–70 and the journey takes 1h 19m.

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