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How to get fromChard to Dawlishby bus, train, car, or taxi

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

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  1. Line 30 bus, train

    best
    1. Take the bus from St. Mary's Church to Rail Stationbus bus 30
    2. Take the train from Axminster to Exeter St Davidstrain train
    3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Dawlishtrain train
    2h 41m
    £17–33

  2. Drive  40 mi

    cheapest
    1. Drive from Chard to Dawlishcar car 40 mi
    54 min
    £11–15

  3. Bus, train via Taunton

    1. Take the bus from Essex Close to Taunton Town Centre Kbus bus 30
    2. Take the train from Taunton to Dawlishtrain train London Paddington - Paignton / ...
    2h 57m
    £22–41

  4. Taxi

    1. Take the taxi from Chard to Dawlishtaxi taxi 40 mi
    54 min
    £140–180

  5. Bus, train

    1. Take the bus from The Guildhall to The Elmsbus bus
    2. Take the bus from The Elms to Strandbus bus
    3. Take the train from Exmouth to Dawlishtrain train
    4h 28m

Chard to Dawlish by bus and train

Calendar46Weekly Services
Duration2h 41mAverage Duration
Ticket£17Cheapest Price
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  • Distance: 48 mi
  • Duration: 2h 41m

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

There is no direct connection from Chard to Dawlish. However, you can take the line 30 bus to Rail Station, walk to Axminster, take the train to Exeter St Davids, then take the train to Dawlish. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Essex Close to Dawlish via Taunton Town Centre K, Castle Way, Taunton Rail Station Stop 1 South Side, and Taunton in around 2h 57m.

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