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

The cheapest way to get from Chard to Chester is to bus via Huntworth Lane M5 which costs £15 - £35 and takes 8h.

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

The fastest way to get from Chard to Chester is to drive which takes 3h 59m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Chard and Chester?

No, there is no direct bus from Chard to Chester. However, there are services departing from Essex Close and arriving at Chester Bus Interchange via Castle Way, Huntworth Lane M5, Bus Station and Newhall St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h.

How far is it from Chard to Chester?

The distance between Chard and Chester is 223 miles. The road distance is 194.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chard to Chester without a car is to train via Birmingham which takes 5h 27m and costs £60 - £190.

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

It takes approximately 5h 27m to get from Chard to Chester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chard to Chester bus from?

Chard to Chester bus services, operated by Stagecoach South West, depart from Huntworth Lane M5 station.

Train or bus from Chard to Chester?

The best way to get from Chard to Chester is to train via Birmingham which takes 5h 27m and costs £60 - £190. Alternatively, you can bus via Huntworth Lane M5, which costs £15 - £35 and takes 8h.

Where does the Chard to Chester bus arrive?

Chard to Chester bus services, operated by Stagecoach South West, arrive at Cabot Circus station.

Can I drive from Chard to Chester?

Yes, the driving distance between Chard to Chester is 194 miles. It takes approximately 3h 59m to drive from Chard to Chester.

Where can I stay near Chester?

There are 962+ hotels available in Chester.

Chard to Chester - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 7 ways to get from Chard to Chester by train, bus, car, or plane

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

Train via Birmingham
best
1. Take the train from Taunton to Birmingham New StreetPlymouth - Sheffield / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to CreweRugby - Wigan North Western / ...
5h 27m
£61–181
Bus via Huntworth Lane M5
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Huntworth Lane M5 to Cabot CircusFal
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Newhall St
3. Take the bus from Newhall St to Chester Bus Interchange
8h
£15–33
Drive 193.3 mi
1. Drive from Chard to Chester193.3 mi
3h 59m
£49–70
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Liverpool
1. Take the train from Taunton to Bristol Temple Meads
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Liverpool (LPL)BRS - LPL
7h 32m
£82–192
Train
1. Take the train from Taunton to Newport (S Wales)Exeter St Davids - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to ChesterCardiff Central - Holyhead / ...
7h 57m
£68–145
Bus
1. Take the bus from Boden Street to Bus Station96 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Station376
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Birmingham Coach Station100 / ...
4. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Chester Bus Interchange423 / ...
9h 42m
Train to Exeter, fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Take the train from Axminster to Exeter St Davids
2. Fly from Exeter (EXT) to Manchester Airport (MAN)EXT - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Chester
6h 45m
£98–309

Chard to Chester by bus and train

125Weekly Services

5h 27mAverage Duration

£61Cheapest Price

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Distance: 221.5 mi
Duration: 5h 27m

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

You can take a bus from Elder Close to Chester via Market House, The Parade, Taunton Station Bridge, Taunton, Birmingham New Street, and Crewe in around 5h 27m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Essex Close to Chester Bus Interchange via Waterstones, Castle Way, Compass Inn, Huntworth Lane M5, Cabot Circus, Bus Station, and Newhall St in around 8h.

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