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

The cheapest way to get from Chard to Swansea is to bus which costs £22 - £40 and takes 5h 51m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chard to Swansea is to drive which takes 2h 17m and costs £30 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Chard and Swansea?

No, there is no direct bus from Chard to Swansea station. However, there are services departing from Essex Close and arriving at Swansea Bus Station Stand B via County Hall and Sophia Gardens. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 51m.

Is there a direct train between Chard and Swansea?

No, there is no direct train from Chard to Swansea. However, there are services departing from Taunton and arriving at Swansea via Bristol Parkway. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 9m.

How far is it from Chard to Swansea?

The distance between Chard and Swansea is 144 miles. The road distance is 124.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chard to Swansea without a car is to train which takes 3h 9m and costs £80 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 3h 9m to get from Chard to Swansea, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chard to Swansea bus from?

Chard to Swansea bus services, operated by First Buses of Somerset, depart from Essex Close station.

Where do I catch the Chard to Swansea train from?

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

Train or bus from Chard to Swansea?

The best way to get from Chard to Swansea is to train which takes 3h 9m and costs £80 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £22 - £40 and takes 5h 51m.

Where does the Chard to Swansea bus arrive?

Chard to Swansea bus services, operated by First Buses of Somerset, arrive at Taunton Town Centre K station.

Where does the Chard to Swansea train arrive?

Chard to Swansea train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Bristol Parkway station.

Can I drive from Chard to Swansea?

Yes, the driving distance between Chard to Swansea is 124 miles. It takes approximately 2h 17m to drive from Chard to Swansea.

Where can I stay near Swansea?

There are 1311+ hotels available in Swansea.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Taunton to Bristol Parkwaytrain Plymouth - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to Swanseatrain London Paddington - Swansea / ...
3h 9m
£83–138
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Essex Close to Taunton Town Centre Kbus 30
2. Take the bus from County Hall to Sophia Gardensbus Cp5
3. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Swansea Bus Station Stand Bbus 201 / ...
5h 51m
£23–36
Drive 123.6 mi
1. Drive from Chard to Swanseacar 123.6 mi
2h 17m
£32–45
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Essex Close to Taunton Town Centre Kbus 30
2. Take the train from Taunton to Cardiff Centraltrain
3. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Swanseatrain
5h 8m
£54–106

Chard to Swansea by bus and train

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Distance: 143 mi
Duration: 3h 9m

What companies run services between Chard, England and Swansea, Wales?

You can take a vehicle from Chard to Swansea via Taunton and Bristol Parkway in around 3h 9m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Essex Close to Swansea Bus Station Stand B via Taunton Town Centre K, County Hall, and Sophia Gardens in around 5h 51m.

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