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

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

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 Essex Close via Taunton Town Centre Stop I. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 18m.

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 2h 59m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 2h 59m 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 1582+ hotels available in Chard.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Cardiff 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, 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 Essex Closebus 30
2h 59m
Drive 87.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Cardiff to Chardcar 87.5 mi
1h 42m
£22–31
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to County Hallbus Cp5
2. Take the bus from Taunton Town Centre Stop I to Essex Closebus 30
3h 18m
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 East Street Tescosbus 30
3h 15m

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Cardiff to Chard.

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Distance: 102.5 mi
Duration: 2h 59m

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

You can take a bus from Sophia Gardens to Essex Close via County Hall and Taunton Town Centre Stop I in around 3h 18m.

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