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

The cheapest way to get from Shepton Mallet to Melksham is to line 174 bus and line 273 bus which costs £4 - £7 and takes 2h 38m.

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

The fastest way to get from Shepton Mallet to Melksham is to drive which takes 40 min and costs £6 - £10.

Is there a direct bus between Shepton Mallet and Melksham?

No, there is no direct bus from Shepton Mallet to Melksham. However, there are services departing from Great Ostry and arriving at The Bear via Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 38m.

How far is it from Shepton Mallet to Melksham?

The distance between Shepton Mallet and Melksham is 38 miles. The road distance is 27.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Shepton Mallet to Melksham without a car is to line 1 bus and train which takes 2h 37m and costs £15 - £35.

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

It takes approximately 2h 37m to get from Shepton Mallet to Melksham, including transfers.

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

Shepton Mallet to Melksham bus services, operated by First Bristol, Bath & the West, depart from Great Ostry station.

Where does the Shepton Mallet to Melksham bus arrive?

Shepton Mallet to Melksham bus services, operated by First Bristol, Bath & the West, arrive at Bus Station.

Can I drive from Shepton Mallet to Melksham?

Yes, the driving distance between Shepton Mallet to Melksham is 27 miles. It takes approximately 40 min to drive from Shepton Mallet to Melksham.

Where can I stay near Melksham?

There are 1460+ hotels available in Melksham.

Shepton Mallet to Melksham - 4 ways to travel via train, and line 1 bus

There are 4 ways to get from Shepton Mallet to Melksham by bus, train, car, or taxi

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Line 1 bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Beech House to Castle Cary Stationbus 1
2. Take the train from Castle Cary to Westbury (Wilts)train
3. Take the train from Westbury (Wilts) to Melkshamtrain
2h 37m
£15–30
Line 174 bus, line 273 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Great Ostry to Bus Stationbus 174
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to The Bearbus 271 / ...
2h 38m
£5–6
Drive 27 mi
1. Drive from Shepton Mallet to Melkshamcar 27 mi
40 min
£7–10
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Shepton Mallet to Melkshamtaxi 27 mi
40 min
£55–70

Shepton Mallet to Melksham by bus and train

33Weekly Services

2h 37mAverage Duration

£15Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Shepton Mallet to Melksham.

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Distance: 38.2 mi
Duration: 2h 37m

What companies run services between Shepton Mallet, England and Melksham, Wiltshire, England?

You can take a bus from Great Ostry to The Bear via Bus Station in around 2h 38m.

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