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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Shaftesbury to Dorchester

Composite routes from Shaftesbury to Dorchester

Cheapest
37 min
Car
45 km.
from $2

Transport providers

Train operators

First Great Western Service

Phone:
+44 3457 000 125
Email:
Website:
gwr.com/
Train from Yeovil Pen Mill to Dorchester
Ave. Duration:
33 min
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$13.92–$39.24

South Western Railway

Phone:
0345 6000 650
Website:
southwesternrailway.com/
Train from Gillingham (Dorset) to Yeovil
Ave. Duration:
30 min
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$12.66–$31.64

Bus operators

Damory Coaches

Phone:
01202 338 420
Email:
Website:
excelsior-coaches.com/
Bus from The Town Hall to Market
Ave. Duration:
40 min
Frequency:
5 times a day
Bus from Market Place to London
Ave. Duration:
45 min
Frequency:
Every 4 hours

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Shaftesbury to Dorchester is to drive which costs $8.70 - $14.13 and takes 37 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Shaftesbury to Dorchester is to drive which takes 37 min and costs $8.70 - $14.13 .

Is there a direct bus between Shaftesbury and Dorchester?

No, there is no direct bus from Shaftesbury to Dorchester. However, there are services departing from The Town Hall and arriving at London Close via Market Place. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 25m.

How far is it from Shaftesbury to Dorchester?

The distance between Shaftesbury and Dorchester is 49 km. The road distance is 45.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Shaftesbury to Dorchester without a car is to bus which takes 2h 25m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 2h 25m to get from Shaftesbury to Dorchester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Shaftesbury to Dorchester bus from?

Shaftesbury to Dorchester bus services, operated by Damory Coaches, depart from The Town Hall station.

Train or bus from Shaftesbury to Dorchester?

The best way to get from Shaftesbury to Dorchester is to bus which takes 2h 25m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $26.09 - $70.65 and takes 3h 22m.

Where does the Shaftesbury to Dorchester bus arrive?

Shaftesbury to Dorchester bus services, operated by Damory Coaches, arrive at Market Place station.

Can I drive from Shaftesbury to Dorchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Shaftesbury to Dorchester is 46 km. It takes approximately 37 min to drive from Shaftesbury to Dorchester.

Where can I stay near Dorchester?

There are 1343+ hotels available in Dorchester. Prices start at $44.36 per night.
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