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

The cheapest way to get from Canterbury to Chard is to bus which costs £30 - £65 and takes 8h 47m.

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

The fastest way to get from Canterbury to Chard is to drive which takes 3h 24m and costs £45 - £75.

Is there a direct bus between Canterbury and Chard?

No, there is no direct bus from Canterbury station to Chard. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Essex Close via London Victoria, Cabot Circus and Blackbrook BP Garage. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 27m.

Is there a direct train between Canterbury and Chard?

No, there is no direct train from Canterbury to Chard. However, there are services departing from Canterbury West and arriving at Axminster via Euston station and London Waterloo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 49m.

How far is it from Canterbury to Chard?

The distance between Canterbury and Chard is 227 miles. The road distance is 201.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Canterbury to Chard without a car is to train via London which takes 5h 49m and costs £90 - £190.

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

It takes approximately 5h 49m to get from Canterbury to Chard, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Canterbury to Chard bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Canterbury to Chard train from?

Canterbury to Chard train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Canterbury West station.

Train or bus from Canterbury to Chard?

The best way to get from Canterbury to Chard is to train via London which takes 5h 49m and costs £90 - £190. Alternatively, you can bus via Bristol, which costs £30 - £95 and takes 8h 27m.

Where does the Canterbury to Chard bus arrive?

Canterbury to Chard bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals.

Where does the Canterbury to Chard train arrive?

Canterbury to Chard train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at London St Pancras Intl station.

Can I drive from Canterbury to Chard?

Yes, the driving distance between Canterbury to Chard is 201 miles. It takes approximately 3h 24m to drive from Canterbury to Chard.

Where can I stay near Chard?

There are 1701+ hotels available in Chard.

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

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Canterbury West to London St Pancras Intltrain Margate - St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Axminstertrain London Waterloo - Exeter St Davids / ...
5h 49m
£91–190
Bus via Bristol
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 022 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Bus Stationbus 040 / ...
3. Take the bus from Cabot Circus to Blackbrook BP Garagebus Fal
8h 27m
£30–94
Drive 200.2 mi
1. Drive from Canterbury to Chardcar 200.2 mi
3h 24m
£50–72
Train
1. Take the train from Canterbury West to London Waterloo Easttrain Ramsgate - London Charing Cross / ...
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Axminstertrain London Waterloo - Exeter St Davids / ...
6h 18m
£89–187
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 022 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Taunton BP Garagebus Uk045 / ...
8h 47m
£31–63

Canterbury to Chard by bus and foot

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Distance: 225.6 mi
Duration: 5h 49m

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

You can take a train from Canterbury West to Essex Close via London St Pancras International, Euston station, Waterloo Station, London Waterloo, Axminster, and Rail Station in around 5h 49m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Essex Close via London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals, London Victoria, Bus Station, Cabot Circus, and Blackbrook BP Garage in around 8h 27m.

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