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How to get fromChard to Southamptonby bus, train, or car

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

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  1. Line 30 bus, train

    best
    1. Take the bus from Essex Close to Rail Stationbus bus 30
    2. Take the train from Axminster to Salisburytrain train
    3. Take the train from Salisbury to Southampton Centraltrain train
    3h 25m
    £33–72

  2. Drive  81.2 mi

    cheapest
    1. Drive from Chard to Southamptoncar car 81.2 mi
    1h 49m
    £21–30

  3. Bus, train

    1. Take the bus from Trinity Square to Bus Stationbus bus X53 / ...
    2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Garagebus bus X53 / ...
    3. Take the train from Weymouth to Southampton Centraltrain train
    4h 38m
    £30–61

Chard to Southampton by bus and train

Calendar90Weekly Services
Duration3h 25mAverage Duration
Ticket£33Cheapest Price
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  • Distance: 94.2 mi
  • Duration: 3h 25m

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

There is no direct connection from Chard to Southampton. However, you can take the line 30 bus to Rail Station, walk to Axminster, take the train to Salisbury, then take the train to Southampton Central. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Essex Close to Southampton Central via Trinity Square, Bus Station, Bus Garage, and Weymouth in around 4h 38m.

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