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

The cheapest way to get from Croydon to Chard is to drive which costs £35 - £55 and takes 2h 51m.

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

The fastest way to get from Croydon to Chard is to drive which takes 2h 51m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Croydon and Chard?

No, there is no direct bus from Croydon station to Chard. However, there are services departing from West Croydon Bus Station and arriving at Essex Close via Heathrow Central Bus Station, Cabot Circus and Blackbrook BP Garage. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 16m.

Is there a direct train between Croydon and Chard?

No, there is no direct train from Croydon to Chard. However, there are services departing from East Croydon and arriving at Axminster via Clapham Junction and Salisbury. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 17m.

How far is it from Croydon to Chard?

The distance between Croydon and Chard is 158 miles. The road distance is 144.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Croydon to Chard without a car is to train via Salisbury which takes 5h 17m and costs £55 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 5h 17m to get from Croydon to Chard, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Croydon to Chard bus from?

Croydon to Chard bus services, operated by Metrobus, depart from West Croydon Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Croydon to Chard train from?

Croydon to Chard train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Clapham Junction station.

Train or bus from Croydon to Chard?

The best way to get from Croydon to Chard is to train via Salisbury which takes 5h 17m and costs £55 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus via Bristol, which costs and takes 7h 16m.

Where does the Croydon to Chard bus arrive?

Croydon to Chard bus services, operated by Metrobus, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Croydon to Chard train arrive?

Croydon to Chard train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at Salisbury station.

Can I drive from Croydon to Chard?

Yes, the driving distance between Croydon to Chard is 144 miles. It takes approximately 2h 51m to drive from Croydon to Chard.

Where can I stay near Chard?

There are 1696+ hotels available in Chard.

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

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Train via Salisbury
best
1. Take the train from Clapham Junction to Salisburytrain London Waterloo - Salisbury / ...
2. Take the train from Salisbury to Axminstertrain London Waterloo - Exeter St Davids / ...
5h 17m
£57–124
Drive 143.6 mi
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1. Drive from Croydon to Chardcar 143.6 mi
2h 51m
£36–52
Bus via Bristol
1. Take the bus from West Croydon Bus Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus Sl7
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 200 / ...
3. Take the bus from Cabot Circus to Blackbrook BP Garagebus Fal
7h 16m
Train
1. Take the train from London Waterloo to Axminstertrain London Waterloo - Exeter St Davids / ...
5h 26m
£54–126
Bus
1. Take the bus from West Croydon Bus Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus Sl7
2. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Taunton BP Garagebus Ukn49
7h 23m

Croydon to Chard by train and bus

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Distance: 156.7 mi
Duration: 5h 17m

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

You can take a train from East Croydon to Essex Close via Clapham Junction, Salisbury, Axminster, and Rail Station in around 5h 17m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from West Croydon Bus Station to Essex Close via Heathrow Central Bus Station, Bus Station, Cabot Circus, and Blackbrook BP Garage in around 7h 16m.

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