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 £30 - £75 and takes 7h 23m.

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 16m.

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 16m and costs £65 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 5h 16m 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 16m and costs £65 - £160. Alternatively, you can line 322 bus and bus and line 21 bus, which costs £30 - £75 and takes 7h 23m.

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 1692+ hotels available in Chard.

Hemel Hempstead to Chard - 4 ways to travel via train, and line 1 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 7h 23m.

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There are 4 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 16m
£66–156
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 502 / ...
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
7h 23m
£32–75
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 20m
£58–104
Drive 148.4 mi
1. Drive from Hemel Hempstead to Chardcar 148.4 mi
2h 37m
£37–53

Hemel Hempstead to Chard by bus and train

170Weekly Services

6h 20mAverage Duration

£58Cheapest Price

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Distance: 179.4 mi
Duration: 5h 16m

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

South Western Railway operates a train from London Waterloo to Axminster hourly. Tickets cost £55–130 and the journey takes 2h 42m. 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 7h 23m.

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