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

The cheapest way to get from Portland to Chard is to drive which costs £9 - £14 and takes 1h 4m.

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

The fastest way to get from Portland to Chard is to drive which takes 1h 4m and costs £9 - £14.

Is there a direct bus between Portland and Chard?

No, there is no direct bus from Portland to Chard. However, there are services departing from Victoria Square and arriving at Essex Close via Kings Statue, Bus Station and Trinity Square. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 42m.

How far is it from Portland to Chard?

The distance between Portland and Chard is 50 miles. The road distance is 37.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Portland to Chard without a car is to bus which takes 4h 42m and costs £9 - £14.

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

It takes approximately 4h 42m to get from Portland to Chard, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Portland to Chard bus from?

Portland to Chard bus services, operated by First in Wessex Dorset & South Somerset, depart from Kings Statue station.

Where does the Portland to Chard bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Portland to Chard?

Yes, the driving distance between Portland to Chard is 38 miles. It takes approximately 1h 4m to drive from Portland to Chard.

Where can I stay near Chard?

There are 1696+ hotels available in Chard.

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

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

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1. Take the bus from Kings Statue to Bus Stationbus X53 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Trinity Squarebus X53 / ...
4h 42m
£10–14
Drive 37.6 mi
1. Drive from Portland to Chardcar 37.6 mi
1h 4m
£10–14
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Portland to Chardtaxi 37.6 mi
1h 4m
£160–200
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Weymouth to Yeovil Pen Milltrain Weymouth - Gloucester / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Tapstone Roadbus 96A
4h 52m
£20–34

Portland to Chard by bus

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Distance: 50 mi
Duration: 4h 42m

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

You can take a bus from Victoria Square to Essex Close via Kings Statue, Bus Station, and Trinity Square in around 4h 42m.

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