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

The cheapest way to get from Chard to Bideford is to drive which costs £16 - £24 and takes 1h 21m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chard to Bideford is to drive which takes 1h 21m and costs £16 - £24.

Is there a direct bus between Chard and Bideford?

No, there is no direct bus from Chard to Bideford. However, there are services departing from Essex Close and arriving at Victoria Park Coach Stop via Castle Way and Post Office. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 2m.

Is there a direct train between Chard and Bideford?

No, there is no direct train from Chard to Bideford. However, there are services departing from Axminster and arriving at Barnstaple via Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 16m.

How far is it from Chard to Bideford?

The distance between Chard and Bideford is 81 miles. The road distance is 68 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chard to Bideford without a car is to bus which takes 4h 2m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 4h 2m to get from Chard to Bideford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chard to Bideford bus from?

Chard to Bideford bus services, operated by First Buses of Somerset, depart from Essex Close station.

Where do I catch the Chard to Bideford train from?

Chard to Bideford train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Axminster station.

Train or bus from Chard to Bideford?

The best way to get from Chard to Bideford is to bus which takes 4h 2m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs £30 - £65 and takes 4h 16m.

Where does the Chard to Bideford bus arrive?

Chard to Bideford bus services, operated by First Buses of Somerset, arrive at Taunton Town Centre K station.

Where does the Chard to Bideford train arrive?

Chard to Bideford train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at Exeter St Davids station.

Can I drive from Chard to Bideford?

Yes, the driving distance between Chard to Bideford is 68 miles. It takes approximately 1h 21m to drive from Chard to Bideford.

Where can I stay near Bideford?

There are 2456+ hotels available in Bideford.

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There are 3 ways to get from Chard to Bideford by bus, train, or car

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Essex Close to Taunton Town Centre Kbus 30
2. Take the bus from Post Office to Victoria Park Coach Stopbus 502 / ...
4h 2m
Drive 67.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Chard to Bidefordcar 67.6 mi
1h 21m
£17–24
Train
1. Take the train from Axminster to Exeter St Davidstrain London Waterloo - Exeter St Davids / ...
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain Exeter Central - Barnstaple / ...
4h 16m
£30–65

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Distance: 80.4 mi
Duration: 4h 2m

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

You can take a bus from Essex Close to Victoria Park Coach Stop via Taunton Town Centre K, Castle Way, and Post Office in around 4h 2m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Essex Close to Bideford Quay via Rail Station, Axminster, Exeter St Davids, Barnstaple, and Rail Station in around 4h 16m.

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