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 - £85 and takes 8h 44m.

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 County Hall and Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 44m.

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 16m.

How far is it from Chard to Shrewsbury?

The distance between Chard and Shrewsbury is 196 miles. The road distance is 153.8 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 4m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 5h 4m 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 National Express, depart from County Hall 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 8h 44m and costs £30 - £85. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £65 - £130 and takes 6h 16m.

Where does the Chard to Shrewsbury bus arrive?

Chard to Shrewsbury bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach 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 938+ hotels available in Shrewsbury.

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

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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 4m
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from County Hall to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 105 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Bus Stationbus 409
8h 44m
£35–84
Drive 152.9 mi
1. Drive from Chard to Shrewsburycar 152.9 mi
3h 20m
£38–54
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 16m
£67–126

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Distance: 195.3 mi
Duration: 5h 4m

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

You can take a bus from Essex Close to Bus Station via Taunton Town Centre K, County Hall, and Birmingham Coach Station in around 8h 44m. 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 16m.

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