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

The cheapest way to get from Chard to Preston is to bus which costs £30 - £55 and takes 11h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chard to Preston is to drive which takes 4h 1m and costs £55 - £90.

Is there a direct bus between Chard and Preston?

No, there is no direct bus from Chard to Preston station. However, there are services departing from Essex Close and arriving at Bus Station via County Hall and Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 44m.

Is there a direct train between Chard and Preston?

No, there is no direct train from Chard to Preston. However, there are services departing from Taunton and arriving at Preston via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 31m.

How far is it from Chard to Preston?

The distance between Chard and Preston is 257 miles. The road distance is 241.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chard to Preston without a car is to train which takes 6h 31m and costs £90 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 6h 31m to get from Chard to Preston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chard to Preston bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Chard to Preston train from?

Chard to Preston train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Taunton station.

Train or bus from Chard to Preston?

The best way to get from Chard to Preston is to train which takes 6h 31m and costs £90 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus via Birmingham, which costs £40 - £80 and takes 10h 44m.

Where does the Chard to Preston bus arrive?

Chard to Preston bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Where does the Chard to Preston train arrive?

Chard to Preston train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Chard to Preston?

Yes, the driving distance between Chard to Preston is 242 miles. It takes approximately 4h 1m to drive from Chard to Preston.

Where can I stay near Preston?

There are 2291+ hotels available in Preston.

Chard to Preston - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Taunton to Birmingham New Streettrain Plymouth - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Prestontrain London Euston - Edinburgh / ...
6h 31m
£94–151
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 376
2. Take the bus from Bristol Bus Station to Manchester, Shudehill Interchangebus Uk071
11h 25m
£34–54
Bus via Birmingham
1. Take the bus from County Hall to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 105 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Bus Stationbus 181 / ...
10h 44m
£44–78
Drive 240.3 mi
1. Drive from Chard to Prestoncar 240.3 mi
4h 1m
£60–86

Chard to Preston by bus and train

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Distance: 255.7 mi
Duration: 6h 31m

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

You can take a bus from Essex Close to Preston via Taunton Town Centre K, Castle Way, Taunton Rail Station Stop 1 South Side, Taunton, and Birmingham New Street in around 6h 31m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Essex Close to Bus Station via Taunton Town Centre K, County Hall, and Birmingham Coach Station in around 10h 44m.

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