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

The cheapest way to get from Chard to Bude is to bus which costs £9 - £12 and takes 7h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chard to Bude is to drive which takes 1h 50m and costs £20 - £30.

Is there a direct bus between Chard and Bude?

No, there is no direct bus from Chard to Bude. However, there are services departing from Essex Close and arriving at The Strand via Rail Station, Bus Station and Railway Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 20m.

How far is it from Chard to Bude?

The distance between Chard and Bude is 92 miles. The road distance is 82.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chard to Bude without a car is to train and bus which takes 5h 24m and costs £15 - £24.

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

It takes approximately 5h 24m to get from Chard to Bude, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chard to Bude bus from?

Chard to Bude bus services, operated by Stagecoach South West, depart from Rail Station.

Where does the Chard to Bude bus arrive?

Chard to Bude bus services, operated by Stagecoach South West, arrive at Bus Station.

Can I drive from Chard to Bude?

Yes, the driving distance between Chard to Bude is 82 miles. It takes approximately 1h 50m to drive from Chard to Bude.

Where can I stay near Bude?

There are 1129+ hotels available in Bude.

Chard to Bude - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Chard to Bude by train, bus, or car

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Axminster to Exeter St Davids
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Okehampton
3. Take the bus from Railway Station to The Strand6
5h 24m
£15–23
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Rail Station to Bus Station44A
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Railway Station6A
3. Take the bus from Railway Station to The Strand6
7h 20m
£9–12
Drive 81.6 mi
1. Drive from Chard to Bude81.6 mi
1h 50m
£21–30

Chard to Bude by bus and train

64Weekly Services

5h 24mAverage Duration

£15Cheapest Price

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Distance: 91 mi
Duration: 5h 24m

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

You can take a bus from Essex Close to The Strand via Rail Station, Bus Station, and Railway Station in around 7h 20m.

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