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 £22 - £65 and takes 10h 11m.

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 11m.

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 which takes 6h 33m and costs £45 - £200.

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

It takes approximately 6h 33m 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 which takes 6h 33m and costs £45 - £200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £22 - £65 and takes 10h 11m.

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 2133+ hotels available in Preston.

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

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

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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 33m
£46–191
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from County Hall to Bus Station101 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Shudehill Interchange
3. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Bus Station
10h 11m
£22–61
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from County Hall to Birmingham Coach Station101 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Manchester Airport The Station120 / ...
3. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Preston
9h 44m
£35–92
Drive 240.3 mi
1. Drive from Chard to Preston240.3 mi
3h 58m
£59–86

Chard to Preston by bus and train

80Weekly Services

6h 33mAverage Duration

£46Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Chard to Preston.

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Distance: 255.8 mi
Duration: 6h 33m

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

You can take a bus from Essex Close to Preston via Waterstones, Castle Way, Taunton Rail Station Stop 1 South Side, Taunton, and Birmingham New Street in around 6h 33m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Essex Close to Bus Station via Market House, County Hall, Bus Station, and Shudehill Interchange in around 10h 11m.

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