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 Tapstone Road via Heathrow Central Bus Station, Bus Station and Taunton Town Centre Stop I. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 9m.

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. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 15m.

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 which takes 5h 15m and costs £55 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 5h 15m 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 which takes 5h 15m and costs £55 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 8h 9m.

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 Axminster 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 1695+ hotels available in Chard.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Clapham Junction to Axminstertrain London Waterloo - Exeter St Davids / ...
5h 15m
£56–119
Drive 143.6 mi
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1. Drive from Croydon to Chardcar 143.6 mi
2h 51m
£36–52
Bus
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 504 / ...
8h 9m
Bus via Bristol
1. Take the bus from West Croydon Bus Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus Sl7
2. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Bristol Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Taunton Town Centre Kbus 374
10h 18m

Croydon to Chard by train and bus

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Distance: 156.7 mi
Duration: 5h 15m

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

South Western Railway operates a train from Clapham Junction to Axminster every 3 hours. Tickets cost £50–110 and the journey takes 2h 37m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from West Croydon Bus Station to Tapstone Road via Heathrow Central Bus Station, Bus Station, and Taunton Town Centre Stop I in around 8h 9m.

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