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

The cheapest way to get from Brighton to Chard is to drive which costs £35 - £55 and takes 2h 52m.

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

The fastest way to get from Brighton to Chard is to drive which takes 2h 52m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Brighton and Chard?

No, there is no direct bus from Brighton to Chard. However, there are services departing from Preston Circus and arriving at Essex Close via Heathrow Terminal 5, Bus Station and The Parade. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 1m.

How far is it from Brighton to Chard?

The distance between Brighton and Chard is 198 miles. The road distance is 145.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Brighton to Chard without a car is to train which takes 5h 22m and costs £45 - £110.

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

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

Where do I catch the Brighton to Chard bus from?

Brighton to Chard bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Preston Circus station.

Train or bus from Brighton to Chard?

The best way to get from Brighton to Chard is to train which takes 5h 22m and costs £45 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £95 and takes 8h 1m.

Where does the Brighton to Chard bus arrive?

Brighton to Chard bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Terminal 5 station.

Can I drive from Brighton to Chard?

Yes, the driving distance between Brighton to Chard is 145 miles. It takes approximately 2h 52m to drive from Brighton to Chard.

Where can I stay near Chard?

There are 1528+ hotels available in Chard.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Brighton 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 Clapham Junction to AxminsterLondon Waterloo - Exeter St Davids / ...
5h 22m
£49–103
Drive 144.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Brighton to Chard144.5 mi
2h 52m
£36–51
Bus
1. Take the bus from Preston Circus to Heathrow Terminal 5025
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Bus Station805
8h 1m
£42–90
Train via Southampton
1. Take the train from Brighton to Southampton CentralBrighton - Southampton Central
2. Take the train from Salisbury to AxminsterLondon Waterloo - Exeter St Davids / ...
5h 22m
£53–102

Brighton to Chard by train and bus

88Weekly Services

5h 22mAverage Duration

£49Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Brighton to Chard.

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Distance: 196.7 mi
Duration: 5h 22m

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

South Western Railway operates a train from Clapham Junction to Axminster hourly. Tickets cost £27–70 and the journey takes 2h 35m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Preston Circus to Essex Close via Heathrow Terminal 5, Bus Station, and The Parade in around 8h 1m.

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