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

The cheapest way to get from Oxford to Chard is to drive which costs £28 - £45 and takes 2h 13m.

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

The fastest way to get from Oxford to Chard is to drive which takes 2h 13m and costs £28 - £45.

Is there a direct train between Oxford and Chard?

No, there is no direct train from Oxford to Chard. However, there are services departing from Oxford and arriving at Axminster via Basingstoke. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 22m.

How far is it from Oxford to Chard?

The distance between Oxford and Chard is 154 miles. The road distance is 116.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Oxford to Chard without a car is to train and bus which takes 3h 21m and costs £60 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 3h 21m to get from Oxford to Chard, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Oxford to Chard train from?

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

Where does the Oxford to Chard train arrive?

Oxford to Chard train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Basingstoke station.

Can I drive from Oxford to Chard?

Yes, the driving distance between Oxford to Chard is 117 miles. It takes approximately 2h 13m to drive from Oxford to Chard.

Where can I stay near Chard?

There are 1696+ hotels available in Chard.

Oxford to Chard - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

How to get fromOxford to Chard

Travel from

See all options

Search accommodation with Expedia

There are 4 ways to get from Oxford 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.

Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Oxford to Readingtrain
2. Take the train from Reading to Tauntontrain
3. Take the bus from Taunton Town Centre Stop I to Tapstone Roadbus 30
3h 21m
£60–120
Drive 116.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Oxford to Chardcar 116.1 mi
2h 13m
£29–41
Train, bus via Bath
1. Take the train from Didcot Parkway to Bath Spatrain
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 174 / ...
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Taunton Town Centre Kbus 374
7h 4m
£33–60
Train
1. Take the train from Oxford to Basingstoketrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
2. Take the train from Basingstoke to Axminstertrain London Waterloo - Exeter St Davids / ...
4h 22m
£65–125

Oxford to Chard by train and bus

178Weekly Services

3h 21mAverage Duration

£60Cheapest Price

See schedules

Questions & Answers

Launch map view

Distance: 153.4 mi
Duration: 3h 21m

What companies run services between Oxford, England and Chard, England?

You can take a train from Oxford to Essex Close via Basingstoke, Axminster, and Rail Station in around 4h 22m.

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.