What is the cheapest way to get from Chard to Cheddar Gorge?

The cheapest way to get from Chard to Cheddar Gorge is to drive which costs £9 - £14 and takes 53 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Chard to Cheddar Gorge?

The fastest way to get from Chard to Cheddar Gorge is to drive which takes 53 min and costs £9 - £14.

Is there a direct bus between Chard and Cheddar Gorge?

No, there is no direct bus from Chard to Cheddar Gorge. However, there are services departing from Essex Close and arriving at Tweentown via Ilminster Road Busway and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 12m.

How far is it from Chard to Cheddar Gorge?

The distance between Chard and Cheddar Gorge is 61 miles. The road distance is 40.4 miles.

How do I travel from Chard to Cheddar Gorge without a car?

The best way to get from Chard to Cheddar Gorge without a car is to line 30 bus and train and line 126 bus which takes 3h 50m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Chard to Cheddar Gorge?

It takes approximately 3h 50m to get from Chard to Cheddar Gorge, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chard to Cheddar Gorge bus from?

Chard to Cheddar Gorge bus services, operated by First Buses of Somerset, depart from Essex Close station.

Where does the Chard to Cheddar Gorge bus arrive?

Chard to Cheddar Gorge bus services, operated by First Buses of Somerset, arrive at Ilminster Road Busway station.

Can I drive from Chard to Cheddar Gorge?

Yes, the driving distance between Chard to Cheddar Gorge is 40 miles. It takes approximately 53 min to drive from Chard to Cheddar Gorge.

Where can I stay near Cheddar Gorge?

There are 1800+ hotels available in Cheddar Gorge.

Chard to Cheddar Gorge - 5 ways to travel via train, and line 30 bus

There are 5 ways to get from Chard to Cheddar Gorge by bus, train, car, or taxi

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Line 30 bus, train, line 126 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Essex Close to Waterstonesbus 30
2. Take the train from Taunton to Weston-super-Maretrain
3. Take the bus from Stafford Road to Tweentownbus 126
3h 50m
Drive 40.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Chard to Cheddar Gorgecar 40.2 mi
53 min
£10–14
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Chard to Cheddar Gorgetaxi 40.2 mi
53 min
£85–110
Bus
1. Take the bus from Essex Close to Ilminster Road Buswaybus 30
2. Take the bus from Ilminster Road Busway to Bus Stationbus 374
4h 12m
Line 96 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Boden Street to Bus Stationbus 96 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 376
4h 19m

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Map of how to get from Chard to Cheddar Gorge.

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Distance: 60.3 mi
Duration: 3h 50m

What companies run services between Chard, England and Cheddar Gorge, England?

You can take a bus from Essex Close to Cheddar Gorge via Ilminster Road Busway, Bus Station, and Tweentown in around 4h 12m.

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