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

The cheapest way to get from Barnstaple to Chard is to bus which costs £10 - £18 and takes 3h 12m.

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

The fastest way to get from Barnstaple to Chard is to drive which takes 1h 11m and costs £14 - £21.

Is there a direct bus between Barnstaple and Chard?

No, there is no direct bus from Barnstaple station to Chard. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Tapstone Road via Taunton Town Centre Stop I. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 12m.

Is there a direct train between Barnstaple and Chard?

No, there is no direct train from Barnstaple to Chard. However, there are services departing from Barnstaple and arriving at Axminster via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 21m.

How far is it from Barnstaple to Chard?

The distance between Barnstaple and Chard is 72 miles. The road distance is 59.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Barnstaple to Chard without a car is to bus which takes 3h 12m and costs £10 - £18.

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

It takes approximately 3h 12m to get from Barnstaple to Chard, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Barnstaple to Chard bus from?

Barnstaple to Chard bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Barnstaple to Chard train from?

Barnstaple to Chard train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Barnstaple station.

Train or bus from Barnstaple to Chard?

The best way to get from Barnstaple to Chard is to bus which takes 3h 12m and costs £10 - £18. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £30 - £55 and takes 3h 21m.

Where does the Barnstaple to Chard bus arrive?

Barnstaple to Chard bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at County Hall station.

Where does the Barnstaple to Chard train arrive?

Barnstaple to Chard train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Axminster station.

Can I drive from Barnstaple to Chard?

Yes, the driving distance between Barnstaple to Chard is 59 miles. It takes approximately 1h 11m to drive from Barnstaple to Chard.

Where can I stay near Chard?

There are 1684+ hotels available in Chard.

Barnstaple to Chard - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 30 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Barnstaple to Chard by bus, train, or car

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Bus
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1. Take the bus from Bus Station to County Hallbus 502 / ...
2. Take the bus from Taunton Town Centre Stop I to Tapstone Roadbus 30
3h 12m
£11–18
Train
1. Take the train from Barnstaple to Axminstertrain Barnstaple - Axminster
3h 21m
£30–53
Drive 59 mi
1. Drive from Barnstaple to Chardcar 59 mi
1h 11m
£15–21
Train, line 30 bus
1. Take the train from Barnstaple to Exeter St Davidstrain
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Axminstertrain
3. Take the bus from Rail Station to Essex Closebus 30
4h 1m
£28–53

Barnstaple to Chard by bus and foot

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3h 12mAverage Duration

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Distance: 71.5 mi
Duration: 3h 12m

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

You can take a bus from Bus Station to Tapstone Road via County Hall and Taunton Town Centre Stop I in around 3h 12m. Alternatively, Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Barnstaple to Axminster 5 times a week. Tickets cost £28–50 and the journey takes 1h 58m.

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