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

The cheapest way to get from Chard to Exeter is to bus which costs £5 - £7 and takes 3h 3m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chard to Exeter is to drive which takes 40 min and costs £7 - £11.

Is there a direct bus between Chard and Exeter?

No, there is no direct bus from Chard to Exeter. However, there are services departing from Essex Close and arriving at Exeter via Taunton BP Garage. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 22m.

How far is it from Chard to Exeter?

The distance between Chard and Exeter is 36 miles. The road distance is 30.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chard to Exeter without a car is to line 30 bus and train which takes 1h 48m and costs £12 - £24.

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

It takes approximately 1h 48m to get from Chard to Exeter, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chard to Exeter bus from?

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

Where does the Chard to Exeter bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Chard to Exeter?

Yes, the driving distance between Chard to Exeter is 31 miles. It takes approximately 40 min to drive from Chard to Exeter.

Where can I stay near Exeter?

There are 1524+ hotels available in Exeter.

Chard to Exeter - 5 ways to travel via train, line 30 bus, bus, car, and taxi

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

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Line 30 bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Essex Close to Rail Stationbus 30
2. Take the train from Axminster to Exeter Centraltrain London Waterloo - Exeter St Davids / ...
1h 48m
£12–24
Bus via Ilminster Road Busway
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Essex Close to Ilminster Road Buswaybus 30
2. Take the bus from Taunton BP Garage to Exeterbus Uk087 / ...
2h 22m
£5–9
Drive 30.4 mi
1. Drive from Chard to Exetercar 30.4 mi
40 min
£8–11
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Chard to Exetertaxi 30.4 mi
40 min
£65–80
Bus
1. Take the bus from Millwey Avenue to Bus Stationbus 44A
3h 3m
£5–7

Chard to Exeter by bus and train

117Weekly Services

1h 48mAverage Duration

£12Cheapest Price

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Distance: 35.8 mi
Duration: 1h 48m

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

You can take a bus from Essex Close to Exeter via Ilminster Road Busway and Taunton BP Garage in around 2h 22m.

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