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

The cheapest way to get from Chard to Shrewsbury is to bus which costs £30 - £75 and takes 7h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chard to Shrewsbury is to drive which takes 3h 20m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Chard and Shrewsbury?

No, there is no direct bus from Chard to Shrewsbury station. However, there are services departing from Essex Close and arriving at Bus Station via Blackbrook BP Garage, Bus Station and Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Chard and Shrewsbury?

No, there is no direct train from Chard to Shrewsbury. However, there are services departing from Taunton and arriving at Shrewsbury via Newport (S Wales). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 17m.

How far is it from Chard to Shrewsbury?

The distance between Chard and Shrewsbury is 196 miles. The road distance is 153.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chard to Shrewsbury without a car is to bus and train which takes 5h 3m and costs £75 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 5h 3m to get from Chard to Shrewsbury, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chard to Shrewsbury bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Chard to Shrewsbury train from?

Chard to Shrewsbury train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Taunton station.

Train or bus from Chard to Shrewsbury?

The best way to get from Chard to Shrewsbury is to bus which takes 7h 35m and costs £30 - £75. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £60 - £120 and takes 6h 17m.

Where does the Chard to Shrewsbury bus arrive?

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

Where does the Chard to Shrewsbury train arrive?

Chard to Shrewsbury train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Newport (S Wales) station.

Can I drive from Chard to Shrewsbury?

Yes, the driving distance between Chard to Shrewsbury is 154 miles. It takes approximately 3h 20m to drive from Chard to Shrewsbury.

Where can I stay near Shrewsbury?

There are 918+ hotels available in Shrewsbury.

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There are 4 ways to get from Chard to Shrewsbury 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 Shrewsburytrain
5h 3m
£77–131
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 Bus Stationbus 409
7h 35m
£30–71
Drive 153 mi
1. Drive from Chard to Shrewsburycar 153 mi
3h 20m
£38–55
Train
1. Take the train from Taunton to Newport (S Wales)train Exeter St Davids - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to Shrewsburytrain Cardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
6h 17m
£65–116

Chard to Shrewsbury by bus and train

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5h 3mAverage Duration

£77Cheapest Price

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Distance: 195.3 mi
Duration: 5h 3m

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

You can take a bus from Essex Close to Bus Station via Ilminster Road Busway, Blackbrook BP Garage, Cabot Circus, Bus Station, and Birmingham Coach Station in around 7h 35m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Essex Close to Shrewsbury via Taunton Town Centre K, Taunton Town Centre Stop H, Taunton Rail Station, Taunton, and Newport (S Wales) in around 6h 17m.

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