What is the cheapest way to get from Watford Junction to Chard?

The cheapest way to get from Watford Junction to Chard is to bus and line 21 bus which costs £30 - £80 and takes 6h 41m.

What is the fastest way to get from Watford Junction to Chard?

The fastest way to get from Watford Junction to Chard is to drive which takes 2h 32m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Watford Junction and Chard?

No, there is no direct bus from Watford Junction station to Chard. However, there are services departing from Watford Junction station and arriving at Tapstone Road via Heathrow Central Bus Station, Bus Station and Taunton Town Centre Stop I. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 41m.

Is there a direct train between Watford Junction and Chard?

No, there is no direct train from Watford Junction to Chard. However, there are services departing from Watford Junction and arriving at Axminster via Euston station and London Waterloo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 27m.

How far is it from Watford Junction to Chard?

The distance between Watford Junction and Chard is 173 miles. The road distance is 146.5 miles.

How do I travel from Watford Junction to Chard without a car?

The best way to get from Watford Junction to Chard without a car is to train which takes 5h 27m and costs £60 - £180.

How long does it take to get from Watford Junction to Chard?

It takes approximately 5h 27m to get from Watford Junction to Chard, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Watford Junction to Chard bus from?

Watford Junction to Chard bus services, operated by First Berkshire & The Thames Valley, depart from Watford Junction station.

Where do I catch the Watford Junction to Chard train from?

Watford Junction to Chard train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from London Waterloo station.

Train or bus from Watford Junction to Chard?

The best way to get from Watford Junction to Chard is to train which takes 5h 27m and costs £60 - £180. Alternatively, you can bus and line 21 bus, which costs £30 - £80 and takes 6h 41m.

Where does the Watford Junction to Chard bus arrive?

Watford Junction to Chard bus services, operated by First Berkshire & The Thames Valley, arrive at Heathrow Terminal 2 station.

Where does the Watford Junction to Chard train arrive?

Watford Junction to Chard train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at Axminster station.

Can I drive from Watford Junction to Chard?

Yes, the driving distance between Watford Junction to Chard is 147 miles. It takes approximately 2h 32m to drive from Watford Junction to Chard.

Where can I stay near Chard?

There are 1693+ hotels available in Chard.

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There are 4 ways to get from Watford Junction to Chard by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from London Waterloo to Axminstertrain London Waterloo - Exeter St Davids / ...
5h 27m
£63–176
Bus, line 21 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Watford Junction station to Heathrow Terminal 2bus Ra3
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 504 / ...
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Taunton Town Centre Kbus 21 / ...
4. Take the bus from Taunton Town Centre Stop I to Tapstone Roadbus 30
6h 41m
£31–76
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 2 to Reading RailAirbus Ra1
2. Take the train from Reading to Tauntontrain
3. Take the bus from Taunton Town Centre Stop I to Tapstone Roadbus 30
5h 29m
£77–135
Drive 145.7 mi
1. Drive from Watford Junction to Chardcar 145.7 mi
2h 32m
£36–52

Watford Junction to Chard by train, subway, and bus

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Distance: 172.3 mi
Duration: 5h 27m

What companies run services between Watford Junction, England and Chard, England?

South Western Railway operates a train from London Waterloo to Axminster hourly. Tickets cost £55–130 and the journey takes 2h 42m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Watford Junction station to Tapstone Road via Heathrow Terminal 2, Heathrow Central Bus Station, Bus Station, and Taunton Town Centre Stop I in around 6h 41m.

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