What is the cheapest way to get from Southend-on-Sea to Chard?

The cheapest way to get from Southend-on-Sea to Chard is to drive which costs £40 - £65 and takes 3h 49m.

What is the fastest way to get from Southend-on-Sea to Chard?

The fastest way to get from Southend-on-Sea to Chard is to drive which takes 3h 49m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct train between Southend-on-Sea and Chard?

No, there is no direct train from Southend-on-Sea to Chard. However, there are services departing from Southend Central and arriving at Axminster via West Ham station and London Waterloo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 29m.

How far is it from Southend-on-Sea to Chard?

The distance between Southend-on-Sea and Chard is 209 miles. The road distance is 184.4 miles.

How do I travel from Southend-on-Sea to Chard without a car?

The best way to get from Southend-on-Sea to Chard without a car is to train and line 30 bus which takes 4h 51m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Southend-on-Sea to Chard?

It takes approximately 4h 51m to get from Southend-on-Sea to Chard, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Southend-on-Sea to Chard train from?

Southend-on-Sea to Chard train services, operated by c2c, depart from Southend Central station.

Where does the Southend-on-Sea to Chard train arrive?

Southend-on-Sea to Chard train services, operated by c2c, arrive at West Ham station.

Can I drive from Southend-on-Sea to Chard?

Yes, the driving distance between Southend-on-Sea to Chard is 184 miles. It takes approximately 3h 49m to drive from Southend-on-Sea to Chard.

Where can I stay near Chard?

There are 1737+ hotels available in Chard.

Southend-on-Sea to Chard - 4 ways to travel via train, line 30 bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Southend-on-Sea to Chard by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train, line 30 bus
best
1. Take the train from Southend Victoria to Stratford (London)train
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Tauntontrain
3. Take the bus from Taunton Town Centre Stop I to Essex Closebus 30
4h 51m
Drive 183.4 mi
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1. Drive from Southend-on-Sea to Chardcar 183.4 mi
3h 49m
£45–65
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Southend Central to West Hamtrain
2. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane LCY - BRS
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Tauntontrain
7h 39m
£225–519
Train
1. Take the train from Southend Central to West Hamtrain Shoeburyness - London Fenchurch Street / ...
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Axminstertrain London Waterloo - Exeter St Davids / ...
5h 29m
£73–189

London City Airport (LCY) to Bristol Airport (BRS) flights

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4h 12mAverage Duration

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Distance: 207.7 mi
Duration: 4h 51m

What companies run services between Southend-on-Sea, England and Chard, England?

You can take a train from Southend Central to Essex Close via West Ham, West Ham station, Waterloo Station, London Waterloo, Axminster, and Rail Station in around 5h 29m.

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