Rome2Rio

How to get fromNewport to Chardby train, bus, or car

Find Transport to Chard

See all options

There are 3 ways to get from Newport to Chard by train, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

  1. Train, bus via Bristol

    best
    1. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to Bristol Temple Meadstrain train
    2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Tauntontrain train
    3. Take the bus from Taunton Town Centre Stop I to Tapstone Roadbus bus 30
    2h 51m

  2. Drive 75.2 mi

    cheapest
    1. Drive from Newport to Chardcar car 75.2 mi
    1h 26m
    £19–27

  3. Train, bus

    1. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to Tauntontrain train Cardiff Central - Exeter St Davids / ...
    2. Take the bus from Taunton Town Centre Stop I to Tapstone Roadbus bus 30
    3h 2m

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Newport to Chard.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 90.7 mi
  • Duration: 2h 51m

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

There is no direct connection from Newport to Chard. However, you can take the train to Bristol Temple Meads, take the train to Taunton, walk to Taunton Rail Station, take the bus to Taunton Town Centre Stop H, walk to Taunton Town Centre Stop I, then take the bus to Tapstone Road. Alternatively, you can drive from Newport to Chard in around 1h 26m.

Train operators
Bus operators

Want to know more about travelling around United Kingdom

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.

Related travel guides