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

The cheapest way to get from Bournemouth to Chard is to drive which costs £13 - £20 and takes 1h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bournemouth to Chard is to drive which takes 1h 20m and costs £13 - £20.

Is there a direct bus between Bournemouth and Chard?

No, there is no direct bus from Bournemouth station to Chard. However, there are services departing from Bournemouth Station and arriving at Essex Close via South Station, Bus Station and Trinity Square. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 28m.

How far is it from Bournemouth to Chard?

The distance between Bournemouth and Chard is 123 miles. The road distance is 56.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bournemouth to Chard without a car is to train which takes 4h 3m and costs £40 - £100.

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

It takes approximately 4h 3m to get from Bournemouth to Chard, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bournemouth to Chard bus from?

Bournemouth to Chard bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bournemouth Station.

Train or bus from Bournemouth to Chard?

The best way to get from Bournemouth to Chard is to train which takes 4h 3m and costs £40 - £100. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 4h 28m.

Where does the Bournemouth to Chard bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Bournemouth to Chard?

Yes, the driving distance between Bournemouth to Chard is 57 miles. It takes approximately 1h 20m to drive from Bournemouth to Chard.

Where can I stay near Chard?

There are 1528+ hotels available in Chard.

Bournemouth to Chard - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Bournemouth 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 Bournemouth to Southampton CentralWeymouth - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from Salisbury to AxminsterLondon Waterloo - Exeter St Davids / ...
4h 3m
£44–95
Drive 56.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Bournemouth to Chard56.3 mi
1h 20m
£14–20
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to Weymouth
2. Take the bus from Weymouth station to Bus StationX53
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Trinity SquareX53 / ...
4h 27m
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bournemouth Station to South Station035
2. Take the bus from South Station to Bus StationX51
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Trinity SquareX53 / ...
4h 28m

Bournemouth to Chard by train and bus

120Weekly Services

4h 3mAverage Duration

£44Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Bournemouth to Chard.

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Distance: 122.6 mi
Duration: 4h 3m

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

You can take a train from Bournemouth to Essex Close via Southampton Central, Salisbury, Axminster, and Rail Station in around 4h 3m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bournemouth Station to Essex Close via South Station, Bus Station, and Trinity Square in around 4h 28m.

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