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

The cheapest way to get from Chard to Dover is to bus which costs £35 - £70 and takes 10h 4m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chard to Dover is to drive which takes 3h 35m and costs £50 - £80.

Is there a direct bus between Chard and Dover?

No, there is no direct bus from Chard to Dover. However, there are services departing from Essex Close and arriving at Pencester Road via County Hall and Glastonbury Festival Coach Park. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 4m.

Is there a direct train between Chard and Dover?

No, there is no direct train from Chard to Dover. However, there are services departing from Axminster and arriving at Dover Priory via Waterloo station and London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 23m.

How far is it from Chard to Dover?

The distance between Chard and Dover is 242 miles. The road distance is 215.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chard to Dover without a car is to bus and train which takes 5h 30m and costs £95 - £190.

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

It takes approximately 5h 30m to get from Chard to Dover, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chard to Dover bus from?

Chard to Dover bus services, operated by National Express, depart from County Hall station.

Where do I catch the Chard to Dover train from?

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

Train or bus from Chard to Dover?

The best way to get from Chard to Dover is to bus which takes 10h 4m and costs £35 - £70. Alternatively, you can train via London, which costs £85 - £190 and takes 6h 23m.

Where does the Chard to Dover bus arrive?

Chard to Dover bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Glastonbury Festival Coach Park station.

Where does the Chard to Dover train arrive?

Chard to Dover train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at London Waterloo station.

Can I drive from Chard to Dover?

Yes, the driving distance between Chard to Dover is 216 miles. It takes approximately 3h 35m to drive from Chard to Dover.

Where can I stay near Dover?

There are 1103+ hotels available in Dover.

Chard to Dover - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Essex Close to Taunton Town Centre Kbus 30
2. Take the train from Taunton to London Paddingtontrain
3. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Dover Priorytrain
5h 30m
£96–188
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from County Hall to Glastonbury Festival Coach Parkbus G5
2. Take the bus from Glastonbury Festival Coach Park to Pencester Roadbus G39
10h 4m
£37–66
Drive 214.6 mi
1. Drive from Chard to Dovercar 214.6 mi
3h 35m
£53–77
Train via London
1. Take the train from Axminster to London Waterlootrain Exeter St Davids - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Dover Priorytrain St Pancras International - Ramsgate / ...
6h 23m
£89–185
Train
1. Take the train from Axminster to London Waterlootrain Exeter St Davids - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from London Waterloo East to Dover Priorytrain London Charing Cross - Ramsgate / ...
6h 48m
£87–183

Chard to Dover by bus, train, and subway

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5h 30mAverage Duration

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Distance: 240.4 mi
Duration: 5h 30m

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

You can take a bus from Essex Close to Pencester Road via Taunton Town Centre K, County Hall, and Glastonbury Festival Coach Park in around 10h 4m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from St. Mary's Church to Dover Priory via Rail Station, Axminster, London Waterloo Station, Waterloo station, Euston station, and London St Pancras Intl in around 6h 23m.

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