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

The cheapest way to get from Exeter to Chard is to bus and line 30 bus which costs £5 - £7 and takes 2h 12m.

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

The fastest way to get from Exeter to Chard is to drive which takes 39 min and costs £7 - £11.

Is there a direct bus between Exeter and Chard?

No, there is no direct bus from Exeter station to Chard. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Essex Close via Rail Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 12m.

How far is it from Exeter to Chard?

The distance between Exeter and Chard is 36 miles. The road distance is 30.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Exeter to Chard without a car is to train and line 30 bus which takes 1h 21m and costs £13 - £28.

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

It takes approximately 1h 21m to get from Exeter to Chard, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Exeter to Chard bus from?

Exeter to Chard bus services, operated by Stagecoach South West, depart from Bus Station.

Where does the Exeter to Chard bus arrive?

Exeter to Chard bus services, operated by Stagecoach South West, arrive at Rail Station.

Can I drive from Exeter to Chard?

Yes, the driving distance between Exeter to Chard is 31 miles. It takes approximately 39 min to drive from Exeter to Chard.

Where can I stay near Chard?

There are 1701+ hotels available in Chard.

Exeter to Chard - 4 ways to travel via train, line 30 bus, bus, car, and taxi

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

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Train, line 30 bus
best
1. Take the train from Exeter Central to Axminstertrain Exeter St Davids - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the bus from Rail Station to Essex Closebus 30
1h 21m
£13–28
Bus, line 30 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Rail Stationbus 44A
2. Take the bus from Rail Station to Essex Closebus 30
2h 12m
£5–7
Drive 30.5 mi
1. Drive from Exeter to Chardcar 30.5 mi
39 min
£8–11
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Exeter to Chardtaxi 30.5 mi
39 min
£65–80

Exeter to Chard by train and bus

142Weekly Services

1h 21mAverage Duration

£13Cheapest Price

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Distance: 35.6 mi
Duration: 1h 21m

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

You can take a bus from Bus Station to Essex Close via Rail Station in around 2h 12m.

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