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 £13 - £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 £13 - £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 The Guildhall and arriving at South Station via Trinity Square and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Chard and Poole?

No, there is no direct train from Chard to Poole. However, there are services departing from Axminster and arriving at Poole via Salisbury and Southampton Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 36m.

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 4h 16m and costs £17 - £35.

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

It takes approximately 4h 16m 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 First in Wessex Dorset & South Somerset, depart from Trinity Square station.

Where do I catch the Chard to Poole train from?

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

Train or bus from Chard to Poole?

The best way to get from Chard to Poole is to train which takes 4h 36m and costs £40 - £100. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £14 - £28 and takes 4h 25m.

Where does the Chard to Poole bus arrive?

Chard to Poole bus services, operated by First in Wessex Dorset & South Somerset, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Chard to Poole train arrive?

Chard to Poole train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at Salisbury 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 2447+ hotels available in Poole.

Chard to Poole - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 96 bus

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

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Trinity Square to Bus Stationbus X53 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Garagebus X53 / ...
3. Take the train from Weymouth to Pooletrain
4h 16m
£17–33
Line 96 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Boden Street to Bus Stationbus 96 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to South Stationbus Cr5
4h 40m
£13–26
Train
1. Take the train from Axminster to Salisburytrain Exeter St Davids - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from Southampton Central to Pooletrain London Waterloo - Weymouth / ...
4h 36m
£44–98
Drive 52.3 mi
1. Drive from Chard to Poolecar 52.3 mi
1h 13m
£14–19
Bus
1. Take the bus from Trinity Square to Bus Stationbus X53 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to South Stationbus X51
4h 25m
£14–28

Chard to Poole by bus and train

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4h 16mAverage Duration

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Distance: 73.3 mi
Duration: 4h 16m

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 36m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from The Guildhall to Poole via Trinity Square, Bus Station, South Station, and Dorchester South in around 4h 25m.

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