What is the cheapest way to get from Hemel Hempstead to Chard?

The cheapest way to get from Hemel Hempstead to Chard is to line 322 bus and bus and line 21 bus which costs £26 - £50 and takes 6h 58m.

What is the fastest way to get from Hemel Hempstead to Chard?

The fastest way to get from Hemel Hempstead to Chard is to drive which takes 2h 37m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct train between Hemel Hempstead and Chard?

No, there is no direct train from Hemel Hempstead to Chard. However, there are services departing from Hemel Hempstead and arriving at Axminster via Euston station and London Waterloo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 23m.

How far is it from Hemel Hempstead to Chard?

The distance between Hemel Hempstead and Chard is 180 miles. The road distance is 149.3 miles.

How do I travel from Hemel Hempstead to Chard without a car?

The best way to get from Hemel Hempstead to Chard without a car is to train which takes 5h 23m and costs £60 - £140.

How long does it take to get from Hemel Hempstead to Chard?

It takes approximately 5h 23m to get from Hemel Hempstead to Chard, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Hemel Hempstead to Chard bus from?

Hemel Hempstead to Chard bus services, operated by Arriva UK, depart from Marlowes station.

Where do I catch the Hemel Hempstead to Chard train from?

Hemel Hempstead to Chard train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from London Waterloo station.

Train or bus from Hemel Hempstead to Chard?

The best way to get from Hemel Hempstead to Chard is to train which takes 5h 23m and costs £60 - £140. Alternatively, you can line 322 bus and bus and line 21 bus, which costs £26 - £50 and takes 6h 58m.

Where does the Hemel Hempstead to Chard bus arrive?

Hemel Hempstead to Chard bus services, operated by Arriva UK, arrive at Watford Junction station.

Where does the Hemel Hempstead to Chard train arrive?

Hemel Hempstead to Chard train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at Axminster station.

Can I drive from Hemel Hempstead to Chard?

Yes, the driving distance between Hemel Hempstead to Chard is 149 miles. It takes approximately 2h 37m to drive from Hemel Hempstead to Chard.

Where can I stay near Chard?

There are 1688+ hotels available in Chard.

Hemel Hempstead to Chard - 5 ways to travel via train, line 322 bus, and bus

Q: Is there a direct bus between Hemel Hempstead and Chard?

No, there is no direct bus from Hemel Hempstead to Chard. However, there are services departing from Marlowes and arriving at Tapstone Road via Watford Junction station, Heathrow Central Bus Station, Bus Station and Taunton Town Centre Stop I. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 58m.

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There are 5 ways to get from Hemel Hempstead to Chard by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from London Waterloo to Axminstertrain London Waterloo - Exeter St Davids / ...
5h 23m
£61–134
Line 322 bus, bus, line 21 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Marlowes to Watford Junction stationbus 322
2. Take the bus from Watford Junction station to Heathrow Terminal 2bus Ra3
3. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 504 / ...
4. Take the bus from Bus Station to Taunton Town Centre Kbus 21 / ...
5. Take the bus from Taunton Town Centre Stop I to Tapstone Roadbus 30
6h 58m
£27–50
Line 322 bus, bus, train, line 30 bus
1. Take the bus from Marlowes to Watford Junction stationbus 322
2. Take the bus from Watford Junction station to Heathrow Terminal 3bus Ra3
3. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 3 to Reading RailAirbus Ra1
4. Take the train from Reading to Tauntontrain
5. Take the bus from Taunton Town Centre Stop I to Essex Closebus 30
5h 59m
£80–129
Drive 148.4 mi
1. Drive from Hemel Hempstead to Chardcar 148.4 mi
2h 37m
£37–53
Line 1 bus, line 850 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Marlowes to High Wycombe BusStnbus 1 / ...
2. Take the bus from High Wycombe BusStn to Forbury Roadbus 850
3. Take the train from Reading to Tauntontrain
6h 30m
£58–99

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Distance: 179.4 mi
Duration: 5h 23m

What companies run services between Hemel Hempstead, England and Chard, England?

South Western Railway operates a train from London Waterloo to Axminster every 3 hours. Tickets cost £50–110 and the journey takes 2h 44m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Marlowes to Tapstone Road via Watford Junction station, Heathrow Terminal 2, Heathrow Central Bus Station, Bus Station, and Taunton Town Centre Stop I in around 6h 58m.

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