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

The cheapest way to get from Folkestone to Chard is to bus which costs £24 - £65 and takes 9h 28m.

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

The fastest way to get from Folkestone to Chard is to drive which takes 3h 30m and costs £45 - £75.

Is there a direct bus between Folkestone and Chard?

No, there is no direct bus from Folkestone to Chard. However, there are services departing from Bouverie Road West and arriving at East Street Tescos via London Victoria, Bus Station and The Parade. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 28m.

How far is it from Folkestone to Chard?

The distance between Folkestone and Chard is 236 miles. The road distance is 207.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Folkestone to Chard without a car is to train and bus which takes 4h 36m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 4h 36m to get from Folkestone to Chard, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Folkestone to Chard bus from?

Folkestone to Chard bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bouverie Road West station.

Train or bus from Folkestone to Chard?

The best way to get from Folkestone to Chard is to train via London which takes 5h 39m and costs £40 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £24 - £65 and takes 9h 28m.

Where does the Folkestone to Chard bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Folkestone to Chard?

Yes, the driving distance between Folkestone to Chard is 207 miles. It takes approximately 3h 30m to drive from Folkestone to Chard.

Where can I stay near Chard?

There are 1560+ hotels available in Chard.

Folkestone to Chard - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, line 96 bus, and car

There are 6 ways to get from Folkestone 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, bus
best
1. Take the train from Folkestone Central to London St Pancras Intltrain
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Tauntontrain
3. Take the bus from The Parade to East Street Tescosbus 30
4h 36m
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bouverie Road West to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 007
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Bus Stationbus 504 / ...
9h 28m
£24–62
Train, bus, line 96 bus
1. Take the train from Folkestone Central to London Charing Crosstrain
2. Take the bus from Hammersmith Bus Station to Bus Stationbus Sf2
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Boden Streetbus 96 / ...
8h 48m
Drive 206.2 mi
1. Drive from Folkestone to Chardcar 206.2 mi
3h 30m
£50–72
Train via London
1. Take the train from Folkestone Central to London St Pancras Intltrain Ramsgate - St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Axminstertrain London Waterloo - Exeter St Davids / ...
5h 39m
£44–151
Train
1. Take the train from Folkestone Central to London Waterloo Easttrain Ramsgate - London Charing Cross / ...
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Axminstertrain London Waterloo - Exeter St Davids / ...
6h 4m
£29–155

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Folkestone to Chard.

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Distance: 234.1 mi
Duration: 4h 36m

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

You can take a train from Folkestone Central to Essex Close via London St Pancras International, Euston station, Waterloo Station, London Waterloo, Axminster, and Rail Station in around 5h 39m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bouverie Road West to East Street Tescos via London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals, London Victoria, Bus Station, and The Parade in around 9h 28m.

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