What is the cheapest way to get from Ashford to Chard?

The cheapest way to get from Ashford to Chard is to drive which costs £45 - £70 and takes 3h 16m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ashford to Chard?

The fastest way to get from Ashford to Chard is to drive which takes 3h 16m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct train between Ashford and Chard?

No, there is no direct train from Ashford to Chard. However, there are services departing from Ashford International and arriving at Axminster via Stratford station and London Waterloo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 26m.

How far is it from Ashford to Chard?

The distance between Ashford and Chard is 213 miles. The road distance is 193.9 miles.

How do I travel from Ashford to Chard without a car?

The best way to get from Ashford to Chard without a car is to train via London which takes 5h 26m and costs £85 - £230.

How long does it take to get from Ashford to Chard?

It takes approximately 5h 26m to get from Ashford to Chard, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ashford to Chard train from?

Ashford to Chard train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Ashford International station.

Where does the Ashford to Chard train arrive?

Ashford to Chard train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at Stratford International station.

Can I drive from Ashford to Chard?

Yes, the driving distance between Ashford to Chard is 194 miles. It takes approximately 3h 16m to drive from Ashford to Chard.

Where can I stay near Chard?

There are 1730+ hotels available in Chard.

Ashford to Chard - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, line 96 bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Ashford to Chard by train, bus, or car

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Ashford International to Stratford Internationaltrain Margate - St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Axminstertrain London Waterloo - Exeter St Davids / ...
5h 26m
£89–221
Drive 192.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Ashford to Chardcar 192.8 mi
3h 16m
£47–68
Train, bus, line 96 bus
1. Take the train from Ashford International to London St Pancras Intltrain
2. Take the bus from Hammersmith Bus Station to Bus Stationbus Sf2
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Boden Streetbus 96 / ...
8h 10m
Train
1. Take the train from Ashford International to London Waterloo Easttrain Ashford International - London Charing Cross / ...
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Axminstertrain London Waterloo - Exeter St Davids / ...
5h 49m
£85–198
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Ashford International to London Victoriatrain Ashford International - London Victoria / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Bus Stationbus 504 / ...
8h 11m
£58–127

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Distance: 212 mi
Duration: 5h 26m

What companies run services between Ashford, England and Chard, England?

You can take a train from Ashford International to Essex Close via Stratford International, Stratford station, Waterloo Station, London Waterloo, Axminster, and Rail Station in around 5h 26m.

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