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Manchester to Shaftesbury

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3 h 46 min
330 km.
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Seven ways to Travel from Manchester to Shaftesbury

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Cheapest
By car (330 km)
3 h 46 min
330 km.
from $18
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Plane from Manchester (Manchester Airport) to Shaftesbury (Bristol Airport)
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Rideshare
3 h 46 min
330 km.
from $12.55
Train via London
6 h 7 min
274 km.
from $263.04
Bus
11 h 31 min
274 km.
from $99.11
Train
6 h 46 min
274 km.
from $345.11
Train, Bus
7 h 29 min
273 km.

Transport providers

Train operators

Avanti West Coast

Phone:
00 44 345 528 0253
Website:
avantiwestcoast.co.uk/
Train from Manchester Piccadilly to London
Ave. Duration:
2h 6m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$101.26–$253.16

First Great Western Service

Phone:
+44 3457 000 125
Email:
Website:
gwr.com/
Train from Newport (S Wales) to Salisbury
Ave. Duration:
1h 47m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$54.43–$126.58

National Express

Phone:
08717 81 81 81
Website:
nationalexpress.com/en
Bus from Manchester Coach Stn, Chorlton St to Birmingham
Ave. Duration:
2h 25m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$27.85–$39.24
Bus from Birmingham to Ringwood
Ave. Duration:
4h 31m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$36.71–$53.16

Cross Country

Phone:
0344 736 9123
Email:
Website:
crosscountrytrains.co.uk/
Train from Manchester Piccadilly to Basingstoke
Ave. Duration:
3h 44m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$126.58–$367.08

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 Basingstoke to Gillingham
Ave. Duration:
1h 8m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$37.97–$88.60

Transport for Wales

Phone:
03333 211 202
Website:
tfw.wales/
Train from Manchester Piccadilly to Newport
Ave. Duration:
2h 56m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$75.95–$126.58

Bus operators

Salisbury Reds

Phone:
+44 1202 338420
Website:
salisburyreds.co.uk/
Bus from St Paul's Church to The
Ave. Duration:
58 min
Frequency:
Once daily

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Manchester to Shaftesbury is to bus which costs $54.35 - $81.52 and takes 11h 31m.

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

The fastest way to get from Manchester to Shaftesbury is to drive which takes 3h 46m and costs $65.22 - $97.83 .

Is there a direct bus between Manchester and Shaftesbury?

No, there is no direct bus from Manchester to Shaftesbury. However, there are services departing from Manchester Coach Stn, Chorlton St and arriving at The Town Hall via Birmingham, Meeting House Lane and Blue Boar Row. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 31m.

How far is it from Manchester to Shaftesbury?

The distance between Manchester and Shaftesbury is 473 km. The road distance is 331.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Manchester to Shaftesbury without a car is to train via London which takes 6h 7m and costs $141.30 - $369.57 .

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

It takes approximately 6h 7m to get from Manchester to Shaftesbury, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Shaftesbury bus from?

Manchester to Shaftesbury bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Manchester Coach Stn, Chorlton St station.

Train or bus from Manchester to Shaftesbury?

The best way to get from Manchester to Shaftesbury is to train via London which takes 6h 7m and costs $141.30 - $369.57 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $54.35 - $81.52 and takes 11h 31m.

Where does the Manchester to Shaftesbury bus arrive?

Manchester to Shaftesbury bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham station.

Can I drive from Manchester to Shaftesbury?

Yes, the driving distance between Manchester to Shaftesbury is 331 km. It takes approximately 3h 46m to drive from Manchester 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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