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

The cheapest way to get from Chard to Manchester is to bus which costs £12 - £45 and takes 7h 26m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chard to Manchester is to drive which takes 3h 49m and costs £50 - £80.

Is there a direct bus between Chard and Manchester?

No, there is no direct bus from Chard to Manchester. However, there are services departing from Essex Close and arriving at Shudehill Interchange via Castle Way, Huntworth Lane M5 and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 26m.

How far is it from Chard to Manchester?

The distance between Chard and Manchester is 231 miles. The road distance is 218.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chard to Manchester without a car is to train via Birmingham which takes 5h 25m and costs £50 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 5h 25m to get from Chard to Manchester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chard to Manchester bus from?

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

Train or bus from Chard to Manchester?

The best way to get from Chard to Manchester is to train via Birmingham which takes 5h 25m and costs £50 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £12 - £45 and takes 7h 26m.

Where does the Chard to Manchester bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Chard to Manchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Chard to Manchester is 219 miles. It takes approximately 3h 49m to drive from Chard to Manchester.

Where can I stay near Manchester?

There are 3442+ hotels available in Manchester.

Chard to Manchester - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 30 bus

There are 8 ways to get from Chard to Manchester 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 Manchester PiccadillyBournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
5h 25m
£54–170
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Huntworth Lane M5 to Cabot CircusFal
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Shudehill InterchangeUk071
7h 26m
£12–42
Drive 217.5 mi
1. Drive from Chard to Manchester217.5 mi
3h 49m
£55–79
Line 30 bus, train to Exeter, fly
1. Take the bus from Essex Close to Rail Station
2. Take the train from Axminster to Exeter St Davids
3. Fly from Exeter (EXT) to Manchester Airport (MAN)EXT - MAN
4h 57m
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 Manchester PiccadillyCardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
8h 1m
£68–105
Bus via Birmingham
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 Manchester Central Coach Station120 / ...
9h 36m
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Taunton to London Paddington
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)LHR - MAN
5h 43m
£123–361
Train, train to Southampton Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Axminster to Salisbury
2. Take the train from Salisbury to Southampton Airport Parkway
3. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Manchester Airport (MAN)SOU - MAN
6h
£105–235

Chard to Manchester by bus and train

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5h 25mAverage Duration

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Distance: 229.8 mi
Duration: 5h 25m

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

You can take a bus from Elder Close to Manchester Piccadilly via Market House, The Parade, Taunton Station Bridge, Taunton, and Birmingham New Street in around 5h 25m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Essex Close to Shudehill Interchange via Waterstones, Castle Way, Compass Inn, Huntworth Lane M5, Cabot Circus, and Bus Station in around 7h 26m.

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