The average bus between Chard and Dorset takes 8h 28m and the fastest bus takes 3h 27m. The bus service runs several times per day from Chard to Dorset. 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 3 times a day between Chard and Dorset. The earliest departure is at 9:26 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Chard is at 6:11 PM which arrives into Dorset at 11:46 AM. All services require a transfer at Trinity Square and take an average of 8h 28m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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17h 30m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Chard to Dorset? 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 Dorset. However, there are services departing from Trinity Square station and arriving at South Station via Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 28m.
Chard to Dorset bus services, operated by First in Wessex Dorset & South Somerset, depart from Trinity Square station.
Chard to Dorset bus services, operated by First in Wessex Dorset & South Somerset, arrive at South Station.
The distance between Chard and Dorset is 46.1 km. The road distance is 55 km.
You can take a bus from Essex Close to Dorchester Road Traffic Lights via Trinity Square, Bus Station, and South Station in around 4h 28m.