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

The cheapest way to get from Basingstoke to Chard is to drive which costs £23 - £35 and takes 1h 42m.

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

The fastest way to get from Basingstoke to Chard is to drive which takes 1h 42m and costs £23 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Basingstoke and Chard?

No, there is no direct bus from Basingstoke to Chard. However, there are services departing from The Malls and arriving at Essex Close via South Station, Bus Station and Trinity Square. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 19m.

How far is it from Basingstoke to Chard?

The distance between Basingstoke and Chard is 106 miles. The road distance is 94.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Basingstoke to Chard without a car is to train and line 30 bus which takes 2h 35m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 2h 35m to get from Basingstoke to Chard, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Basingstoke to Chard bus from?

Basingstoke to Chard bus services, operated by National Express, depart from The Malls station.

Where does the Basingstoke to Chard bus arrive?

Basingstoke to Chard bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at South Station.

Can I drive from Basingstoke to Chard?

Yes, the driving distance between Basingstoke to Chard is 95 miles. It takes approximately 1h 42m to drive from Basingstoke to Chard.

Where can I stay near Chard?

There are 1553+ hotels available in Chard.

Basingstoke to Chard - 4 ways to travel via train, line 30 bus, and line 96 bus

There are 4 ways to get from Basingstoke 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, line 30 bus
best
1. Take the train from Basingstoke to AxminsterLondon Waterloo - Exeter St Davids / ...
2. Take the bus from Rail Station to Essex Close30
2h 35m
Drive 94.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Basingstoke to Chard94.4 mi
1h 42m
£24–34
Train, line 96 bus
1. Take the train from Basingstoke to Yeovil JunctionLondon Waterloo - Exeter St Davids / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Boden Street96 / ...
3h 18m
£26–38
Bus, line 30 bus
1. Take the bus from The Malls to South Station035
2. Take the bus from South Station to Bus StationX51
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Trinity SquareX53 / ...
4. Take the bus from Trinity Square to Essex Close30
5h 19m

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Distance: 105.3 mi
Duration: 2h 35m

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

You can take a bus from The Malls to Essex Close via South Station, Bus Station, and Trinity Square in around 5h 19m.

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