The average bus between Chard and Cardiff takes 7h 34m and the fastest bus takes 4h 36m. The bus service runs several times per day from Chard to Cardiff. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Buses run twice daily between Chard and Cardiff. The earliest departure is at 9:00 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Chard is at 9:15 PM which arrives into Cardiff at 9:50 AM. All services require a transfer at Waterstones and take an average of 7h 34m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Chard to Cardiff? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct bus from Chard to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Chard station and arriving at Cardiff station via Waterstones. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 34m.
Chard to Cardiff bus services, operated by First Buses of Somerset, depart from Essex Close station.
Chard to Cardiff bus services, operated by First Buses of Somerset, arrive at Cardiff North Road station.
The distance between Chard and Cardiff is 69.1 km. The road distance is 172 km.
You can take a bus from Essex Close to Cardiff North Road via Waterstones, County Hall, and Bristol Bus Station in around 5h 32m.