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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Chard is to bus which costs £14 - £25 and takes 3h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Chard is to drive which takes 1h 42m and costs £21 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Chard?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Chard. However, there are services departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at Tapstone Road via Taunton Town Centre Stop I. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 15m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Chard?

The distance between Cardiff and Chard is 103 miles. The road distance is 88 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Chard without a car is to train and bus via Bristol which takes 3h 9m and costs £30 - £75.

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

It takes approximately 3h 9m to get from Cardiff to Chard, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Chard bus from?

Cardiff to Chard bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Sophia Gardens station.

Where does the Cardiff to Chard bus arrive?

Cardiff to Chard bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at County Hall station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Chard?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Chard is 88 miles. It takes approximately 1h 42m to drive from Cardiff to Chard.

Where can I stay near Chard?

There are 1666+ hotels available in Chard.

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

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

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Train, bus via Bristol
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Tauntontrain
3. Take the bus from Taunton Town Centre Stop I to Tapstone Roadbus 30
3h 9m
£34–70
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to County Hallbus Cp5
2. Take the bus from Taunton Town Centre Stop I to Tapstone Roadbus 30
3h 15m
£14–24
Drive 87.5 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Chardcar 87.5 mi
1h 42m
£22–31
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Tauntontrain Cardiff Central - Exeter St Davids / ...
2. Take the bus from Taunton Town Centre Stop I to Tapstone Roadbus 30
3h 16m
£38–69

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Distance: 102.2 mi
Duration: 3h 9m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Chard, England?

You can take a bus from Sophia Gardens to Tapstone Road via County Hall and Taunton Town Centre Stop I in around 3h 15m.

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