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

The cheapest way to get from Chard to Launceston is to train and bus and line 176 bus which costs £16 - £35 and takes 5h 34m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chard to Launceston is to drive which takes 1h 26m and costs £17 - £26.

How far is it from Chard to Launceston?

The distance between Chard and Launceston is 82 miles. The road distance is 71.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chard to Launceston without a car is to train and line 176 bus which takes 4h 59m and costs £24 - £50.

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

It takes approximately 4h 59m to get from Chard to Launceston, including transfers.

Can I drive from Chard to Launceston?

Yes, the driving distance between Chard to Launceston is 72 miles. It takes approximately 1h 26m to drive from Chard to Launceston.

Where can I stay near Launceston?

There are 1276+ hotels available in Launceston.

Chard to Launceston - 4 ways to travel via train, line 176 bus, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Chard to Launceston by train, bus, or car

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Train, line 176 bus
best
1. Take the train from Axminster to Exeter St Davidstrain
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Okehamptontrain
3. Take the bus from Railway Station to Westgate Streetbus 176
4h 59m
£24–50
Train, bus, line 176 bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Axminster to Exeter Centraltrain
2. Take the bus from Prison to Railway Stationbus 66
3. Take the bus from Railway Station to Westgate Streetbus 176
5h 34m
£16–32
Drive 71.4 mi
1. Drive from Chard to Launcestoncar 71.4 mi
1h 26m
£18–26
Line 30 bus, train, line 306 bus
1. Take the bus from Essex Close to Rail Stationbus 30
2. Take the train from Axminster to Exeter St Davidstrain
3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Okehamptontrain
4. Take the bus from Railway Station to Westgate Streetbus 306
5h 3m

Chard to Launceston by bus and train

5Weekly Services

4h 59mAverage Duration

£24Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Chard to Launceston.

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Distance: 81.1 mi
Duration: 4h 59m

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

There is no direct connection from Chard to Launceston. However, you can take the line 30 bus to Rail Station, walk to Axminster, take the train to Exeter St Davids, take the train to Okehampton, walk to Railway Station, then take the line 176 bus to Westgate Street. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Essex Close to Westgate Street via Rail Station, Axminster, Exeter Central, Prison, and Railway Station in around 5h 34m.

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