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

The cheapest way to get from Chard to Northampton is to bus which costs £24 - £45 and takes 8h 11m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chard to Northampton is to drive which takes 2h 55m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Chard and Northampton?

No, there is no direct bus from Chard to Northampton. However, there are services departing from Essex Close and arriving at Coach Park via Blackbrook BP Garage, Bus Station and Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 11m.

Is there a direct train between Chard and Northampton?

No, there is no direct train from Chard to Northampton. However, there are services departing from Axminster and arriving at Northampton via Waterloo station and London Euston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 39m.

How far is it from Chard to Northampton?

The distance between Chard and Northampton is 203 miles. The road distance is 161.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chard to Northampton without a car is to bus and train which takes 5h 12m and costs £70 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 5h 12m to get from Chard to Northampton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chard to Northampton bus from?

Chard to Northampton bus services, operated by Stagecoach South West, depart from Blackbrook BP Garage station.

Where do I catch the Chard to Northampton train from?

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

Train or bus from Chard to Northampton?

The best way to get from Chard to Northampton is to train which takes 5h 39m and costs £70 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £24 - £45 and takes 8h 11m.

Where does the Chard to Northampton bus arrive?

Chard to Northampton bus services, operated by Stagecoach South West, arrive at Cabot Circus station.

Where does the Chard to Northampton train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Chard to Northampton?

Yes, the driving distance between Chard to Northampton is 162 miles. It takes approximately 2h 55m to drive from Chard to Northampton.

Where can I stay near Northampton?

There are 914+ hotels available in Northampton.

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

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There are 5 ways to get from Chard to Northampton 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 Birmingham New Streettrain
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Northamptontrain
5h 12m
£73–136
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Blackbrook BP Garage to Cabot Circusbus Fal
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 111 / ...
3. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Coach Parkbus 707 / ...
8h 11m
£24–42
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Taunton to Readingtrain
2. Take the bus from Reading RailAir to Heathrow Terminal 5bus Ra1
3. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 to Northampton Town Centrebus
7h 18m
£83–135
Drive 160.9 mi
1. Drive from Chard to Northamptoncar 160.9 mi
2h 55m
£40–58
Train
1. Take the train from Axminster to London Waterlootrain Exeter St Davids - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from London Euston to Northamptontrain London Euston - Birmingham New Street / ...
5h 39m
£73–170

Chard to Northampton by bus and train

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Distance: 202 mi
Duration: 5h 12m

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

You can take a bus from Essex Close to Northampton via Rail Station, Axminster, London Waterloo Station, Waterloo station, Euston station, and London Euston in around 5h 39m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Essex Close to Coach Park via Ilminster Road Busway, Blackbrook BP Garage, Cabot Circus, Bus Station, and Birmingham Coach Station in around 8h 11m.

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