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

The cheapest way to get from Chard to Stroud is to drive which costs £20 - £30 and takes 1h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chard to Stroud is to drive which takes 1h 35m and costs £20 - £30.

Is there a direct bus between Chard and Stroud?

No, there is no direct bus from Chard to Stroud. However, there are services departing from Essex Close and arriving at Health Centre via County Hall, Summer Fest Locking Road Car Park and Transport Hub. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 13m.

How far is it from Chard to Stroud?

The distance between Chard and Stroud is 127 miles. The road distance is 84.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chard to Stroud without a car is to line 30 bus and train which takes 4h 20m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 4h 20m to get from Chard to Stroud, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chard to Stroud bus from?

Chard to Stroud bus services, operated by First Buses of Somerset, depart from Essex Close station.

Train or bus from Chard to Stroud?

The best way to get from Chard to Stroud is to train which takes 5h 27m and costs £75 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 6h 13m.

Where does the Chard to Stroud bus arrive?

Chard to Stroud bus services, operated by First Buses of Somerset, arrive at Taunton Town Centre K station.

Can I drive from Chard to Stroud?

Yes, the driving distance between Chard to Stroud is 85 miles. It takes approximately 1h 35m to drive from Chard to Stroud.

Where can I stay near Stroud?

There are 1831+ hotels available in Stroud.

Chard to Stroud - 5 ways to travel via train, line 30 bus, car, and bus

There are 5 ways to get from Chard to Stroud 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.

Line 30 bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Essex Close to Waterstonesbus 30
2. Take the train from Taunton to Cheltenham Spatrain Plymouth - Edinburgh / ...
4h 20m
Drive 84.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Chard to Stroudcar 84.4 mi
1h 35m
£21–31
Line 30 bus, train via Bristol
1. Take the bus from Essex Close to Waterstonesbus 30
2. Take the train from Taunton to Filton Abbey Woodtrain
3. Take the train from Filton Abbey Wood to Gloucestertrain
5h 58m
Train
1. Take the train from Axminster to Exeter St Davidstrain London Waterloo - Exeter St Davids / ...
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Cheltenham Spatrain Plymouth - Edinburgh / ...
5h 27m
£79–131
Bus
1. Take the bus from Essex Close to Taunton Town Centre Kbus 30
2. Take the bus from County Hall to Summer Fest Locking Road Car Parkbus Sf1
3. Take the bus from Summer Fest Locking Road Car Park to Transport Hubbus Sf6
6h 13m

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 126.3 mi
Duration: 4h 20m

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

You can take a bus from St. Mary's Church to Stroud (Glos) via Rail Station, Axminster, Exeter St Davids, and Cheltenham Spa in around 5h 27m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Essex Close to Health Centre via Taunton Town Centre K, County Hall, Summer Fest Locking Road Car Park, and Transport Hub in around 6h 13m.

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