What is the cheapest way to get from Chard to Cheddar Gorge?

The cheapest way to get from Chard to Cheddar Gorge is to bus via Bus Station which costs £6 - £11 and takes 3h 59m.

What is the fastest way to get from Chard to Cheddar Gorge?

The fastest way to get from Chard to Cheddar Gorge is to drive which takes 53 min and costs £10 - £15.

Is there a direct bus between Chard and Cheddar Gorge?

No, there is no direct bus from Chard to Cheddar Gorge. However, there are services departing from Essex Close and arriving at Shute Shelve Hill via Blackbrook BP Garage. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 46m.

How far is it from Chard to Cheddar Gorge?

The distance between Chard and Cheddar Gorge is 44 miles. The road distance is 40.4 miles.

How do I travel from Chard to Cheddar Gorge without a car?

The best way to get from Chard to Cheddar Gorge without a car is to bus which takes 1h 46m and costs £27 - £35.

How long does it take to get from Chard to Cheddar Gorge?

It takes approximately 1h 46m to get from Chard to Cheddar Gorge, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chard to Cheddar Gorge bus from?

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

Where does the Chard to Cheddar Gorge bus arrive?

Chard to Cheddar Gorge bus services, operated by First Buses of Somerset, arrive at Ilminster Road Busway station.

Can I drive from Chard to Cheddar Gorge?

Yes, the driving distance between Chard to Cheddar Gorge is 40 miles. It takes approximately 53 min to drive from Chard to Cheddar Gorge.

Where can I stay near Cheddar Gorge?

There are 1865+ hotels available in Cheddar Gorge.

Chard to Cheddar Gorge - 5 ways to travel via bus, car, taxi, and line 96 bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Chard to Cheddar Gorge by bus, car, or taxi

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Essex Close to Ilminster Road Buswaybus 30
2. Take the bus from Blackbrook BP Garage to Shute Shelve Hillbus Fal
1h 46m
£27–34
Bus via Bus Station
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Essex Close to Taunton Town Centre Kbus 30
2. Take the bus from Taunton Town Centre Stop I to Bus Stationbus 374
3h 59m
£7–10
Drive 40.2 mi
1. Drive from Chard to Cheddar Gorgecar 40.2 mi
53 min
£10–15
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Chard to Cheddar Gorgetaxi 40.2 mi
53 min
£170–210
Line 96 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Boden Street to Bus Stationbus 96 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 376
4h 3m
£8–13

Chard to Cheddar Gorge by bus and foot

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3h 59mAverage Duration

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Distance: 43.8 mi
Duration: 1h 46m

What companies run services between Chard, England and Cheddar Gorge, England?

You can take a bus from Essex Close to Cheddar Gorge via Ilminster Road Busway, Blackbrook BP Garage, and Shute Shelve Hill in around 1h 46m.

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