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

The cheapest way to get from Chard to Preston is to bus which costs £17 - £65 and takes 9h 3m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chard to Preston is to drive which takes 3h 58m and costs £60 - £90.

Is there a direct bus between Chard and Preston?

No, there is no direct bus from Chard to Preston station. However, there are services departing from Essex Close and arriving at Bus Station via Castle Way, Huntworth Lane M5, Bus Station and Shudehill Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 3m.

How far is it from Chard to Preston?

The distance between Chard and Preston is 253 miles. The road distance is 241.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chard to Preston without a car is to train which takes 6h 17m and costs £60 - £200.

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

It takes approximately 6h 17m to get from Chard to Preston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chard to Preston bus from?

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

Train or bus from Chard to Preston?

The best way to get from Chard to Preston is to train which takes 6h 17m and costs £60 - £200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £17 - £65 and takes 9h 3m.

Where does the Chard to Preston bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Chard to Preston?

Yes, the driving distance between Chard to Preston is 242 miles. It takes approximately 3h 58m to drive from Chard to Preston.

Where can I stay near Preston?

There are 2167+ hotels available in Preston.

Chard to Preston - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Taunton to Birmingham New StreetPlymouth - Sheffield / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to PrestonRugby - Glasgow Central / ...
6h 17m
£61–195
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Huntworth Lane M5 to Cabot CircusFal
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Shudehill Interchange
3. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Bus Station
9h 3m
£17–62
Drive 240.3 mi
1. Drive from Chard to Preston240.3 mi
3h 58m
£61–88
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Axminster to Exeter St Davids
2. Fly from Exeter (EXT) to Manchester Airport (MAN)EXT - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Preston
6h
£95–346
Bus, train
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 Airport The Station120 / ...
5. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Preston
10h 24m

Chard to Preston by bus and train

79Weekly Services

6h 17mAverage Duration

£61Cheapest Price

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Distance: 251.3 mi
Duration: 6h 17m

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

You can take a bus from Elder Close to Preston via Market House, The Parade, Taunton Station Bridge, Taunton, and Birmingham New Street in around 6h 17m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Essex Close to Bus Station via Waterstones, Castle Way, Compass Inn, Huntworth Lane M5, Cabot Circus, Bus Station, and Shudehill Interchange in around 9h 3m.

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