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

The cheapest way to get from Chard to Portland is to drive which costs £9 - £14 and takes 1h 4m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chard to Portland is to drive which takes 1h 4m and costs £9 - £14.

Is there a direct bus between Chard and Portland?

No, there is no direct bus from Chard to Portland. However, there are services departing from The Guildhall and arriving at Victoria Square via Trinity Square, Bus Station and Kings Statue. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 42m.

How far is it from Chard to Portland?

The distance between Chard and Portland is 50 miles. The road distance is 37.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chard to Portland without a car is to bus which takes 3h 42m and costs £9 - £14.

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

It takes approximately 3h 42m to get from Chard to Portland, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chard to Portland bus from?

Chard to Portland bus services, operated by First in Wessex Dorset & South Somerset, depart from Trinity Square station.

Where does the Chard to Portland bus arrive?

Chard to Portland bus services, operated by First in Wessex Dorset & South Somerset, arrive at Bus Station.

Can I drive from Chard to Portland?

Yes, the driving distance between Chard to Portland is 38 miles. It takes approximately 1h 4m to drive from Chard to Portland.

Where can I stay near Portland?

There are 1115+ hotels available in Portland.

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

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

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Bus
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1. Take the bus from Trinity Square to Bus Stationbus X53 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Kings Statuebus X53 / ...
3h 42m
£9–14
Line 30 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Essex Close to Rail Stationbus 30
2. Take the train from Axminster to Yeovil Pen Milltrain
3. Take the train from Yeovil Pen Mill to Weymouthtrain
4h 13m
£23–45
Drive 37.6 mi
1. Drive from Chard to Portlandcar 37.6 mi
1h 4m
£10–14
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Chard to Portlandtaxi 37.6 mi
1h 4m
£160–200

Chard to Portland by bus

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Distance: 49.9 mi
Duration: 3h 42m

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

You can take a bus from The Guildhall to Victoria Square via Trinity Square, Bus Station, and Kings Statue in around 3h 42m.

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