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

The cheapest way to get from Chard to Poole is to drive which costs £12 - £19 and takes 1h 13m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chard to Poole is to drive which takes 1h 13m and costs £12 - £19.

Is there a direct bus between Chard and Poole?

No, there is no direct bus from Chard to Poole station. However, there are services departing from Boden Street and arriving at Poole station via Bus Station, Car Park and Market Place. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h.

How far is it from Chard to Poole?

The distance between Chard and Poole is 74 miles. The road distance is 52.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chard to Poole without a car is to bus and train which takes 3h 55m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 3h 55m to get from Chard to Poole, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chard to Poole bus from?

Chard to Poole bus services, operated by South West Coaches, depart from Boden Street station.

Train or bus from Chard to Poole?

The best way to get from Chard to Poole is to train which takes 4h 21m and costs £40 - £100. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 5h.

Where does the Chard to Poole bus arrive?

Chard to Poole bus services, operated by South West Coaches, arrive at Bus Station.

Can I drive from Chard to Poole?

Yes, the driving distance between Chard to Poole is 53 miles. It takes approximately 1h 13m to drive from Chard to Poole.

Where can I stay near Poole?

There are 2215+ hotels available in Poole.

Chard to Poole - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Trinity Square to Bus StationX53 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Kings StatueX53 / ...
3. Take the train from Weymouth to Poole
3h 55m
Drive 52.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Chard to Poole52.3 mi
1h 13m
£13–19
Train
1. Take the train from Axminster to SalisburyExeter St Davids - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from Southampton Central to PooleLondon Waterloo - Weymouth / ...
4h 21m
£44–96
Bus
1. Take the bus from Boden Street to Bus Station96 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Car ParkCr4
5h

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Distance: 73.9 mi
Duration: 3h 55m

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

You can take a bus from St. Mary's Church to Poole via Rail Station, Axminster, Salisbury, and Southampton Central in around 4h 21m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Boden Street to Poole station via Bus Station, Car Park, and Market Place in around 5h.

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