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

The cheapest way to get from Chard to Dorchester is to line 96 bus and bus which costs £5 - £9 and takes 3h 46m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chard to Dorchester is to drive which takes 46 min and costs £7 - £11.

Is there a direct bus between Chard and Dorchester?

No, there is no direct bus from Chard to Dorchester. However, there are services departing from Essex Close and arriving at The Museum via Trinity Square and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 46m.

How far is it from Chard to Dorchester?

The distance between Chard and Dorchester is 40 miles. The road distance is 29.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chard to Dorchester without a car is to line 30 bus and bus which takes 2h 46m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 2h 46m to get from Chard to Dorchester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chard to Dorchester bus from?

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

Where does the Chard to Dorchester bus arrive?

Chard to Dorchester bus services, operated by First Buses of Somerset, arrive at Trinity Square station.

Can I drive from Chard to Dorchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Chard to Dorchester is 29 miles. It takes approximately 46 min to drive from Chard to Dorchester.

Where can I stay near Dorchester?

There are 1714+ hotels available in Dorchester.

Chard to Dorchester - 4 ways to travel via line 30 bus, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Chard to Dorchester by bus, car, or taxi

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Line 30 bus, bus
best
1. Take the bus from Essex Close to Trinity Squarebus 30
2. Take the bus from Trinity Square to Bus Stationbus X53 / ...
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to The Museumbus X51
2h 46m
Line 96 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Boden Street to Bus Stationbus 96 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to The Museumbus Cr5
3h 46m
£5–9
Drive 29.3 mi
1. Drive from Chard to Dorchestercar 29.3 mi
46 min
£8–11
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Chard to Dorchestertaxi 29.3 mi
46 min
£60–75

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Distance: 39.8 mi
Duration: 2h 46m

What companies run services between Chard, England and Dorchester, Dorset, England?

You can take a bus from Essex Close to The Museum via Trinity Square and Bus Station in around 2h 46m.

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