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

The cheapest way to get from Shaftesbury to Trowbridge is to drive which costs £6 - £9 and takes 35 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Shaftesbury to Trowbridge is to drive which takes 35 min and costs £6 - £9.

Is there a direct bus between Shaftesbury and Trowbridge?

No, there is no direct bus from Shaftesbury to Trowbridge. However, there are services departing from Bell Street Car Park and arriving at Castle Street via Gillingham Station and Market Place. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 47m.

How far is it from Shaftesbury to Trowbridge?

The distance between Shaftesbury and Trowbridge is 55 miles. The road distance is 24.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Shaftesbury to Trowbridge without a car is to bus and train via Gillingham Station which takes 2h 31m and costs £24 - £35.

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

It takes approximately 2h 31m to get from Shaftesbury to Trowbridge, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Shaftesbury to Trowbridge bus from?

Shaftesbury to Trowbridge bus services, operated by Frome Bus, depart from Gillingham Station.

Where does the Shaftesbury to Trowbridge bus arrive?

Shaftesbury to Trowbridge bus services, operated by Frome Bus, arrive at Market Place station.

Can I drive from Shaftesbury to Trowbridge?

Yes, the driving distance between Shaftesbury to Trowbridge is 25 miles. It takes approximately 35 min to drive from Shaftesbury to Trowbridge.

Where can I stay near Trowbridge?

There are 1399+ hotels available in Trowbridge.

Shaftesbury to Trowbridge - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

There are 6 ways to get from Shaftesbury to Trowbridge by bus, train, car, or taxi

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

Bus, train via Gillingham Station
best
1. Take the bus from Bell Street Car Park to Gillingham StationCr2
2. Take the train from Gillingham (Dorset) to Salisbury
3. Take the train from Salisbury to Trowbridge
2h 31m
£24–33
Drive 24.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Shaftesbury to Trowbridge24.6 mi
35 min
£6–9
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from The Town Hall to New Canal29
2. Take the train from Salisbury to TrowbridgeSalisbury - Bristol Temple Meads / ...
2h 39m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Shaftesbury to Trowbridge24.6 mi
35 min
£50–65
Line 57 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Gillingham Station to Market Place57
2. Take the bus from Market Place to Castle StreetD1
2h 47m
Bus, line 24 bus
1. Take the bus from The Town Hall to New Canal29
2. Take the bus from New Canal to Market Place24 / ...
3. Take the bus from Market Place to Castle StreetD1
4h 1m

Shaftesbury to Trowbridge by bus and train

127Weekly Services

2h 31mAverage Duration

£24Cheapest Price

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Distance: 54.5 mi
Duration: 2h 31m

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

You can take a bus from Bell Street Car Park to Castle Street via Gillingham Station and Market Place in around 2h 47m.

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