What is the cheapest way to get from Basildon to Chard?

The cheapest way to get from Basildon to Chard is to drive which costs £40 - £65 and takes 3h 36m.

What is the fastest way to get from Basildon to Chard?

The fastest way to get from Basildon to Chard is to drive which takes 3h 36m and costs £40 - £65.

How far is it from Basildon to Chard?

The distance between Basildon and Chard is 182 miles. The road distance is 171.6 miles.

How do I travel from Basildon to Chard without a car?

The best way to get from Basildon to Chard without a car is to train which takes 5h 22m and costs £65 - £180.

How long does it take to get from Basildon to Chard?

It takes approximately 5h 22m to get from Basildon to Chard, including transfers.

Can I drive from Basildon to Chard?

Yes, the driving distance between Basildon to Chard is 172 miles. It takes approximately 3h 36m to drive from Basildon to Chard.

Where can I stay near Chard?

There are 1686+ hotels available in Chard.

Basildon to Chard - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 9 bus

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from London Waterloo to Axminstertrain London Waterloo - Exeter St Davids / ...
5h 22m
£69–176
Drive 170.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Basildon to Chardcar 170.6 mi
3h 36m
£42–61
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Basildon to Barkingtrain
2. Take the bus from Barking Station to Regent Street / St James'sbus N15
3. Take the bus from Regent Street / St James's to Hammersmith Bus Stationbus 9 / ...
4. Take the bus from Hammersmith Bus Station to Bus Stationbus Sf2
5. Take the bus from Bus Station to East Street Tescosbus 96A
8h 11m
Line 9 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Brentwood stationbus 9
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Tauntontrain London Paddington - Plymouth / ...
5h 59m
£78–158

Basildon to Chard by bus and train

173Weekly Services

5h 59mAverage Duration

£78Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Basildon to Chard.

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Distance: 180.7 mi
Duration: 5h 22m

What companies run services between Basildon, England and Chard, England?

South Western Railway operates a train from London Waterloo to Axminster hourly. Tickets cost £55–140 and the journey takes 2h 42m.

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