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

The cheapest way to get from Dover to Chard is to bus which costs £27 - £70 and takes 9h 44m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dover to Chard is to drive which takes 3h 35m and costs £50 - £80.

Is there a direct bus between Dover and Chard?

No, there is no direct bus from Dover to Chard. However, there are services departing from Pencester Road and arriving at The Guildhall via London Victoria, Bus Station and The Parade. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 44m.

How far is it from Dover to Chard?

The distance between Dover and Chard is 234 miles. The road distance is 214.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dover to Chard without a car is to train via London which takes 5h 58m and costs £45 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 5h 58m to get from Dover to Chard, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dover to Chard bus from?

Dover to Chard bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Pencester Road station.

Train or bus from Dover to Chard?

The best way to get from Dover to Chard is to train via London which takes 5h 58m and costs £45 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £27 - £70 and takes 9h 44m.

Where does the Dover to Chard bus arrive?

Dover to Chard bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals.

Can I drive from Dover to Chard?

Yes, the driving distance between Dover to Chard is 215 miles. It takes approximately 3h 35m to drive from Dover to Chard.

Where can I stay near Chard?

There are 1524+ hotels available in Chard.

Dover to Chard - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 96 bus

There are 5 ways to get from Dover to Chard by train, bus, 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.

Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Dover Priory to London St Pancras Intltrain Ramsgate - St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Axminstertrain London Waterloo - Exeter St Davids / ...
5h 58m
£47–145
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Pencester Road to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 007
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Bus Stationbus 504 / ...
9h 44m
£27–69
Drive 213.4 mi
1. Drive from Dover to Chardcar 213.4 mi
3h 35m
£53–76
Train
1. Take the train from Dover Priory to London Waterloo Easttrain Ramsgate - London Charing Cross / ...
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Axminstertrain London Waterloo - Exeter St Davids / ...
6h 23m
£42–148
Bus, line 96 bus
1. Take the bus from Dover Eastern Docks Ferry Terminal to London Victoriabus 814 / ...
2. Take the bus from Hammersmith Bus Station to Bus Stationbus Sf2
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Boden Streetbus 96 / ...
9h 50m

Dover to Chard by train, foot, and bus

100Weekly Services

6h 23mAverage Duration

£42Cheapest Price

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Distance: 232.4 mi
Duration: 5h 58m

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

You can take a train from Dover Priory to Essex Close via London St Pancras International, Euston station, Waterloo Station, London Waterloo, Axminster, and Rail Station in around 5h 58m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Pencester Road to The Guildhall via London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals, London Victoria, Bus Station, and The Parade in around 9h 44m.

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