What is the cheapest way to get from Poole to Shepton Mallet?

The cheapest way to get from Poole to Shepton Mallet is to drive which costs £12 - £18 and takes 1h 20m.

What is the fastest way to get from Poole to Shepton Mallet?

The fastest way to get from Poole to Shepton Mallet is to drive which takes 1h 20m and costs £12 - £18.

Is there a direct bus between Poole and Shepton Mallet?

No, there is no direct bus from Poole station to Shepton Mallet. However, there are services departing from Poole station and arriving at Great Ostry via Crown Hotel, Car Park, Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 7m.

How far is it from Poole to Shepton Mallet?

The distance between Poole and Shepton Mallet is 72 miles. The road distance is 49.1 miles.

How do I travel from Poole to Shepton Mallet without a car?

The best way to get from Poole to Shepton Mallet without a car is to train and line 1 bus which takes 4h 7m and costs £30 - £60.

How long does it take to get from Poole to Shepton Mallet?

It takes approximately 4h 7m to get from Poole to Shepton Mallet, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Poole to Shepton Mallet bus from?

Poole to Shepton Mallet bus services, operated by First Buses of Somerset, depart from Car Park station.

Where does the Poole to Shepton Mallet bus arrive?

Poole to Shepton Mallet bus services, operated by First Buses of Somerset, arrive at Bus Station.

Can I drive from Poole to Shepton Mallet?

Yes, the driving distance between Poole to Shepton Mallet is 49 miles. It takes approximately 1h 20m to drive from Poole to Shepton Mallet.

Where can I stay near Shepton Mallet?

There are 1367+ hotels available in Shepton Mallet.

Poole to Shepton Mallet - 5 ways to travel via train, line 1 bus, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Poole to Shepton Mallet by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train, line 1 bus
best
1. Take the train from Poole to Upwey
2. Take the train from Upwey to Castle Cary
3. Take the bus from Castle Cary Station to Frithfield Lane1
4h 7m
£33–57
Drive 48.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Poole to Shepton Mallet48.8 mi
1h 20m
£12–18
Bus via Bus Station
1. Take the bus from Car Park to Bus StationCr4
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Station376
5h 7m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Poole to Shepton Mallet48.8 mi
1h 20m
£220–270
Bus
1. Take the bus from Car Park to Bus StationCr4
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Frithfield Lane1
5h 13m

Poole to Shepton Mallet by train and bus

54Weekly Services

4h 7mAverage Duration

£33Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Poole to Shepton Mallet.

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Distance: 71.9 mi
Duration: 4h 7m

What companies run services between Poole, England and Shepton Mallet, England?

You can take a bus from Poole station to Great Ostry via Crown Hotel, Car Park, Bus Station, and Bus Station in around 5h 7m.

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