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

The cheapest way to get from Dorchester to Chard is to bus and line 96 bus which costs £5 - £10 and takes 3h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dorchester to Chard is to drive which takes 45 min and costs £7 - £11.

Is there a direct bus between Dorchester and Chard?

No, there is no direct bus from Dorchester to Chard. However, there are services departing from Top O Town and arriving at Essex Close via Bus Station and Trinity Square. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 52m.

How far is it from Dorchester to Chard?

The distance between Dorchester and Chard is 40 miles. The road distance is 29.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dorchester to Chard without a car is to bus and line 30 bus which takes 2h 52m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 2h 52m to get from Dorchester to Chard, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dorchester to Chard bus from?

Dorchester to Chard bus services, operated by First in Wessex Dorset & South Somerset, depart from Top O Town station.

Where does the Dorchester to Chard bus arrive?

Dorchester to Chard bus services, operated by First in Wessex Dorset & South Somerset, arrive at Bus Station.

Can I drive from Dorchester to Chard?

Yes, the driving distance between Dorchester to Chard is 29 miles. It takes approximately 45 min to drive from Dorchester to Chard.

Where can I stay near Chard?

There are 1731+ hotels available in Chard.

Dorchester to Chard - 4 ways to travel via bus, line 30 bus, car, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Dorchester to Chard by bus, car, or taxi

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Bus, line 30 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Top O Town to Bus Stationbus X51
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Trinity Squarebus X53 / ...
3. Take the bus from Trinity Square to Essex Closebus 30
2h 52m
Bus, line 96 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Trinity Street to Bus Stationbus Cr5
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Boden Streetbus 96 / ...
3h 55m
£6–9
Drive 29.1 mi
1. Drive from Dorchester to Chardcar 29.1 mi
45 min
£7–11
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Dorchester to Chardtaxi 29.1 mi
45 min
£60–75

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Distance: 39.6 mi
Duration: 2h 52m

What companies run services between Dorchester, Dorset, England and Chard, England?

You can take a bus from Top O Town to Essex Close via Bus Station and Trinity Square in around 2h 52m.

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