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

The cheapest way to get from Portsmouth to Chard is to drive which costs £24 - £40 and takes 2h 2m.

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

The fastest way to get from Portsmouth to Chard is to drive which takes 2h 2m and costs £24 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Portsmouth and Chard?

No, there is no direct bus from Portsmouth to Chard. However, there are services departing from Clarence Pier and arriving at Essex Close via Bournemouth Station, South Station, Bus Station and Trinity Square. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Portsmouth and Chard?

No, there is no direct train from Portsmouth to Chard. However, there are services departing from Portsmouth & Southsea and arriving at Axminster via Salisbury. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 34m.

How far is it from Portsmouth to Chard?

The distance between Portsmouth and Chard is 119 miles. The road distance is 102.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Portsmouth to Chard without a car is to train which takes 4h 34m and costs £45 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 4h 34m to get from Portsmouth to Chard, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Portsmouth to Chard bus from?

Portsmouth to Chard bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Clarence Pier station.

Where do I catch the Portsmouth to Chard train from?

Portsmouth to Chard train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Portsmouth & Southsea station.

Train or bus from Portsmouth to Chard?

The best way to get from Portsmouth to Chard is to train which takes 4h 34m and costs £45 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 7h 25m.

Where does the Portsmouth to Chard bus arrive?

Portsmouth to Chard bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Bournemouth Station.

Where does the Portsmouth to Chard train arrive?

Portsmouth to Chard train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Salisbury station.

Can I drive from Portsmouth to Chard?

Yes, the driving distance between Portsmouth to Chard is 102 miles. It takes approximately 2h 2m to drive from Portsmouth to Chard.

Where can I stay near Chard?

There are 1733+ hotels available in Chard.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Portsmouth & Southsea to Salisburytrain Portsmouth Harbour - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the train from Salisbury to Axminstertrain London Waterloo - Exeter St Davids / ...
4h 34m
£47–102
Drive 101.8 mi
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1. Drive from Portsmouth to Chardcar 101.8 mi
2h 2m
£25–36
Bus
1. Take the bus from Clarence Pier to Bournemouth Stationbus Vc1
2. Take the bus from Bournemouth Station to South Stationbus 035
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Trinity Squarebus X53 / ...
7h 25m

Portsmouth to Chard by train and bus

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4h 34mAverage Duration

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Distance: 118.5 mi
Duration: 4h 34m

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

You can take a train from Portsmouth & Southsea to Essex Close via Salisbury, Axminster, and Rail Station in around 4h 34m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Clarence Pier to Essex Close via Bournemouth Station, South Station, Bus Station, and Trinity Square in around 7h 25m.

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