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

The cheapest way to get from Chard to Stroud is to bus via Mendip which costs £12 - £18 and takes 8h 34m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chard to Stroud is to drive which takes 1h 35m and costs £21 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Chard and Stroud?

No, there is no direct bus from Chard to Stroud. However, there are services departing from Essex Close and arriving at Health Centre via Blackbrook BP Garage, Bus Station and Transport Hub. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 17m.

Is there a direct train between Chard and Stroud?

No, there is no direct train from Chard to Stroud. However, there are services departing from Axminster and arriving at Stroud (Glos) via Exeter St Davids and Cheltenham Spa. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 40m.

How far is it from Chard to Stroud?

The distance between Chard and Stroud is 127 miles. The road distance is 84.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chard to Stroud without a car is to bus and train which takes 4h 18m and costs £45 - £85.

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

It takes approximately 4h 18m to get from Chard to Stroud, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chard to Stroud bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Chard to Stroud train from?

Chard to Stroud train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Axminster station.

Train or bus from Chard to Stroud?

The best way to get from Chard to Stroud is to bus which takes 5h 17m and costs £11 - £21. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £65 - £120 and takes 5h 40m.

Where does the Chard to Stroud bus arrive?

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

Where does the Chard to Stroud train arrive?

Chard to Stroud train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at Exeter St Davids station.

Can I drive from Chard to Stroud?

Yes, the driving distance between Chard to Stroud is 85 miles. It takes approximately 1h 35m to drive from Chard to Stroud.

Where can I stay near Stroud?

There are 1793+ hotels available in Stroud.

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There are 5 ways to get from Chard to Stroud 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 Cheltenham Spatrain Plymouth - Edinburgh / ...
4h 18m
£46–80
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Blackbrook BP Garage to Cabot Circusbus Fal
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Transport Hubbus 100
5h 17m
£11–20
Drive 84.4 mi
1. Drive from Chard to Stroudcar 84.4 mi
1h 35m
£21–31
Train
1. Take the train from Axminster to Exeter St Davidstrain London Waterloo - Exeter St Davids / ...
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Cheltenham Spatrain Plymouth - Edinburgh / ...
5h 40m
£69–118
Bus via Mendip
1. Take the bus from Taunton Town Centre Stop I to Bus Stationbus 374
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 174 / ...
3. Take the bus from The Cross Hands to Merrywalksbus 620
8h 34m
£13–17

Chard to Stroud by bus and train

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4h 18mAverage Duration

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Distance: 126.2 mi
Duration: 4h 18m

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

You can take a bus from Essex Close to Health Centre via Ilminster Road Busway, Blackbrook BP Garage, Cabot Circus, Bus Station, and Transport Hub in around 5h 17m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Essex Close to Stroud (Glos) via Rail Station, Axminster, Exeter St Davids, and Cheltenham Spa in around 5h 40m.

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