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Leicester to Shaftesbury

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2 h 49 min
254 km.
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Six ways to Travel from Leicester to Shaftesbury

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Cheapest
By car (254 km)
2 h 49 min
254 km.
from $13
Other
Rideshare
2 h 49 min
254 km.
from $9.66
Train via London
5 h 20 min
194 km.
from $156.70
Bus, Train
7 h 46 min
194 km.
from $100.05
Train
6 h 41 min
195 km.
from $306.65
Bus
9 h 30 min
194 km.
from $89.17

Transport providers

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Email:
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Leicester St Margarets bus station to London,
Ave. Duration:
3h 20m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$18.99–$26.58

Train operators

East Midlands Railways

Phone:
03457 125 678
Website:
eastmidlandsrailway.co.uk/
Train from Leicester to London
Ave. Duration:
1h 5m
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$46.83–$69.62

National Express

Phone:
08717 81 81 81
Website:
nationalexpress.com/en
Bus from Leicester to London,
Ave. Duration:
3h 15m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$31.64–$44.30
Bus from London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 to Ringwood
Ave. Duration:
1h 40m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$26.58–$37.97

Cross Country

Phone:
0344 736 9123
Email:
Website:
crosscountrytrains.co.uk/
Train from Leicester to Birmingham
Ave. Duration:
48 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$40.50–$75.95
Train from Birmingham New Street to Basingstoke
Ave. Duration:
2h 6m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$82.28–$215.18

South Western Railway

Phone:
0345 6000 650
Website:
southwesternrailway.com/
Train from London Waterloo to Gillingham
Ave. Duration:
1h 56m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$63.29–$164.55
Train from Woking to Gillingham
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$53.16–$126.58
Train from Basingstoke to Gillingham
Ave. Duration:
1h 8m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$37.97–$88.60

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Leicester to Shaftesbury is to drive which costs $44.57 - $65.22 and takes 2h 49m.

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

The fastest way to get from Leicester to Shaftesbury is to drive which takes 2h 49m and costs $44.57 - $65.22 .

Is there a direct bus between Leicester and Shaftesbury?

No, there is no direct bus from Leicester to Shaftesbury. However, there are services departing from Leicester and arriving at The Town Hall via London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5, Meeting House Lane and Blue Boar Row. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 30m.

How far is it from Leicester to Shaftesbury?

The distance between Leicester and Shaftesbury is 339 km. The road distance is 223 km.

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

The best way to get from Leicester to Shaftesbury without a car is to train via London which takes 5h 20m and costs $97.83 - $217.39 .

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

It takes approximately 5h 20m to get from Leicester to Shaftesbury, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Leicester to Shaftesbury bus from?

Leicester to Shaftesbury bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Leicester station.

Train or bus from Leicester to Shaftesbury?

The best way to get from Leicester to Shaftesbury is to train via London which takes 5h 20m and costs $97.83 - $217.39 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $52.17 - $76.09 and takes 9h 30m.

Where does the Leicester to Shaftesbury bus arrive?

Leicester to Shaftesbury bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 station.

Can I drive from Leicester to Shaftesbury?

Yes, the driving distance between Leicester to Shaftesbury is 223 km. It takes approximately 2h 49m to drive from Leicester to Shaftesbury.

Where can I stay near Shaftesbury?

There are 455+ hotels available in Shaftesbury. Prices start at $57.04 per night.
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