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

The cheapest way to get from Chard to Paignton is to bus which costs £9 - £17 and takes 4h 22m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chard to Paignton is to drive which takes 1h 1m and costs £12 - £19.

Is there a direct bus between Chard and Paignton?

No, there is no direct bus from Chard to Paignton. However, there are services departing from Essex Close and arriving at Great Western Road via Taunton BP Garage and Bampfylde Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 22m.

How far is it from Chard to Paignton?

The distance between Chard and Paignton is 65 miles. The road distance is 52.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chard to Paignton without a car is to line 30 bus and train which takes 3h 20m and costs £24 - £50.

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

It takes approximately 3h 20m to get from Chard to Paignton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chard to Paignton bus from?

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

Where does the Chard to Paignton bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Chard to Paignton?

Yes, the driving distance between Chard to Paignton is 52 miles. It takes approximately 1h 1m to drive from Chard to Paignton.

Where can I stay near Paignton?

There are 2793+ hotels available in Paignton.

Chard to Paignton - 4 ways to travel via train, line 30 bus, bus, and car

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

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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 St Davidstrain
3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Paigntontrain
3h 20m
£24–47
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Essex Close to Ilminster Road Buswaybus 30
2. Take the bus from Taunton BP Garage to Exeterbus
3. Take the bus from Bampfylde Street to Great Western Roadbus 501
4h 22m
£9–16
Drive 52.1 mi
1. Drive from Chard to Paigntoncar 52.1 mi
1h 1m
£13–19
Bus, line 12 bus
1. Take the bus from Rail Station to Bus Stationbus 44A
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Sherborne Roadbus 2 / ...
3. Take the bus from Sherborne Road to Hyde Roadbus 12
5h 58m
£10–15

Chard to Paignton by bus and train

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3h 20mAverage Duration

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Distance: 64.4 mi
Duration: 3h 20m

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

You can take a bus from Essex Close to Great Western Road via Ilminster Road Busway, Taunton BP Garage, and Bampfylde Street in around 4h 22m.

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