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 £21 - £70 and takes 10h 13m.

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 £55 - £85.

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 County Hall, Bus Station and Shudehill Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 13m.

How far is it from Chard to Preston?

The distance between Chard and Preston is 257 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 via Birmingham which takes 6h 5m and costs £40 - £200.

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

It takes approximately 6h 5m 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 National Express, depart from County Hall station.

Train or bus from Chard to Preston?

The best way to get from Chard to Preston is to train via Birmingham which takes 6h 5m and costs £40 - £200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £21 - £70 and takes 10h 13m.

Where does the Chard to Preston bus arrive?

Chard to Preston bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Bus 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 2113+ 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

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 PrestonRugby - Glasgow Central / ...
6h 5m
£42–191
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from County Hall to Bus Station106 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Shudehill Interchange
3. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Bus Station
10h 13m
£21–69
Drive 240.3 mi
1. Drive from Chard to Preston240.3 mi
3h 58m
£59–85
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 2m
£91–304
Train
1. Take the train from Taunton to Newport (S Wales)
2. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to Manchester Piccadilly
3. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Preston
8h 46m
£78–161

Chard to Preston by bus and train

108Weekly Services

6h 5mAverage Duration

£42Cheapest Price

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Distance: 255.5 mi
Duration: 6h 5m

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

You can take a bus from Essex Close to Preston via Waterstones, Town Centre H, Taunton Station Bridge, Taunton, and Birmingham New Street in around 6h 5m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Essex Close to Bus Station via Waterstones, County Hall, Bus Station, and Shudehill Interchange in around 10h 13m.

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