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

The cheapest way to get from Chard to Penzance is to bus which costs £19 - £70 and takes 8h 2m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chard to Penzance is to drive which takes 2h 34m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Chard and Penzance?

No, there is no direct bus from Chard to Penzance station. However, there are services departing from Essex Close and arriving at Bus Station via Rail Station and Bampfylde Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 2m.

Is there a direct train between Chard and Penzance?

No, there is no direct train from Chard to Penzance. However, there are services departing from Axminster and arriving at Penzance via Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 35m.

How far is it from Chard to Penzance?

The distance between Chard and Penzance is 167 miles. The road distance is 139.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chard to Penzance without a car is to train which takes 5h 35m and costs £65 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 5h 35m to get from Chard to Penzance, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chard to Penzance bus from?

Chard to Penzance bus services, operated by Stagecoach South West, depart from Rail Station.

Where do I catch the Chard to Penzance train from?

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

Train or bus from Chard to Penzance?

The best way to get from Chard to Penzance is to train which takes 5h 35m and costs £65 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £19 - £70 and takes 8h 2m.

Where does the Chard to Penzance bus arrive?

Chard to Penzance bus services, operated by Stagecoach South West, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Chard to Penzance train arrive?

Chard to Penzance train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at Exeter St Davids station.

Can I drive from Chard to Penzance?

Yes, the driving distance between Chard to Penzance is 140 miles. It takes approximately 2h 34m to drive from Chard to Penzance.

Where can I stay near Penzance?

There are 2669+ hotels available in Penzance.

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There are 3 ways to get from Chard to Penzance by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Axminster to Exeter St Davidstrain London Waterloo - Exeter St Davids / ...
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Penzancetrain Exeter St Davids - Penzance / ...
5h 35m
£68–139
Bus
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1. Take the bus from Rail Station to Bus Stationbus 44A
2. Take the bus from Bampfylde Street to Bus Stationbus 406 / ...
8h 2m
£19–67
Drive 138.8 mi
1. Drive from Chard to Penzancecar 138.8 mi
2h 34m
£34–49

Chard to Penzance by bus and train

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5h 35mAverage Duration

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Distance: 166.4 mi
Duration: 5h 35m

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

You can take a bus from Essex Close to Penzance via Rail Station, Axminster, and Exeter St Davids in around 5h 35m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Essex Close to Bus Station via Rail Station, Bus Station, and Bampfylde Street in around 8h 2m.

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