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

The cheapest way to get from Chard to Folkestone is to bus which costs £30 - £60 and takes 9h 48m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chard to Folkestone is to drive which takes 3h 29m and costs £50 - £75.

Is there a direct bus between Chard and Folkestone?

No, there is no direct bus from Chard to Folkestone. However, there are services departing from Essex Close and arriving at Bouverie Road West via Blackbrook BP Garage, Bus Station and London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 48m.

Is there a direct train between Chard and Folkestone?

No, there is no direct train from Chard to Folkestone. However, there are services departing from Axminster and arriving at Folkestone Central via Waterloo station and London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 11m.

How far is it from Chard to Folkestone?

The distance between Chard and Folkestone is 227 miles. The road distance is 209 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chard to Folkestone without a car is to train which takes 6h 11m and costs £85 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 6h 11m to get from Chard to Folkestone, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chard to Folkestone bus from?

Chard to Folkestone bus services, operated by Stagecoach South West, depart from Blackbrook BP Garage station.

Where do I catch the Chard to Folkestone train from?

Chard to Folkestone train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Axminster station.

Train or bus from Chard to Folkestone?

The best way to get from Chard to Folkestone is to train which takes 6h 11m and costs £85 - £180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £60 and takes 9h 48m.

Where does the Chard to Folkestone bus arrive?

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

Where does the Chard to Folkestone train arrive?

Chard to Folkestone train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at London Waterloo station.

Can I drive from Chard to Folkestone?

Yes, the driving distance between Chard to Folkestone is 209 miles. It takes approximately 3h 29m to drive from Chard to Folkestone.

Where can I stay near Folkestone?

There are 1207+ hotels available in Folkestone.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Axminster to London Waterlootrain Exeter St Davids - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Folkestone Centraltrain St Pancras International - Ramsgate / ...
6h 11m
£89–180
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Blackbrook BP Garage to Cabot Circusbus Fal
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 040
3. Take the bus from London Victoria to Bouverie Road Westbus 007
9h 48m
£32–56
Drive 207.8 mi
1. Drive from Chard to Folkestonecar 207.8 mi
3h 29m
£52–75
Train via Taunton Rail Station
1. Take the train from Taunton to London Paddingtontrain Penzance - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from London Charing Cross to Folkestone Centraltrain London Charing Cross - Dover Priory / ...
6h 27m
£102–183
Train #2
1. Take the train from Axminster to London Waterlootrain Exeter St Davids - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from London Waterloo East to Folkestone Centraltrain London Charing Cross - Ramsgate / ...
6h 36m
£87–178

Chard to Folkestone by bus and foot

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Distance: 225.4 mi
Duration: 6h 11m

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

You can take a bus from Essex Close to Folkestone Central via Rail Station, Axminster, London Waterloo Station, Waterloo station, Euston station, and London St Pancras Intl in around 6h 11m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Essex Close to Bouverie Road West via Ilminster Road Busway, Blackbrook BP Garage, Cabot Circus, Bus Station, London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals, and London Victoria in around 9h 48m.

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