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How to get fromShaftesbury to Chardby bus, train, car, or taxi

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

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  1. Bus, train

    best
    1. Take the bus from Bell Street Car Park to Gillingham Stationbus bus Cr2
    2. Take the train from Gillingham (Dorset) to Crewkernetrain train
    3. Take the bus from Crewkerne station to Tapstone Roadbus bus 96A
    3h 19m
    £15–29

  2. Drive  37.6 mi

    cheapest
    1. Drive from Shaftesbury to Chardcar car 37.6 mi
    57 min
    £10–14

  3. Taxi

    1. Take the taxi from Shaftesbury to Chardtaxi taxi 37.6 mi
    57 min
    £80–95

Shaftesbury to Chard by bus and train

Calendar1Weekly Services
Duration3h 19mAverage Duration
Ticket£15Cheapest Price
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  • Distance: 40.7 mi
  • Duration: 3h 19m

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

There is no direct connection from Shaftesbury to Chard. However, you can take the bus to Gillingham Station, walk to Gillingham (Dorset), take the train to Crewkerne, walk to Crewkerne station, then take the bus to Tapstone Road. Alternatively, you can drive from Shaftesbury to Chard in around 57 min.

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