The average bus between Melksham and Chard takes 6h 2m and the fastest bus takes 5h 2m. The bus service runs several times per day from Melksham to Chard. 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 4 times a day between Melksham and Chard. The earliest departure is at 9:51 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Melksham is at 4:25 PM which arrives into Chard at 10:52 PM. All services require a transfer at Grand Parade and take an average of 6h 2m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.




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5h 2m • 4 changesWant to know about travelling from Melksham to Chard? 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 Melksham to Chard. However, there are services departing from Melksham station and arriving at Chard station via Grand Parade. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 2m.
Melksham to Chard bus services, operated by Faresaver, depart from Market Place station.
Melksham to Chard bus services, operated by Faresaver, arrive at Essex Close station.
The distance between Melksham and Chard is 79.7 km. The road distance is 137 km.
You can take a bus from Market Place to Essex Close via Grand Parade, Bath Abbey, Ambury, Bus Station, Airport Tavern, and Blackbrook BP Garage in around 4h 42m.