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

The cheapest way to get from Lewes to Chard is to drive which costs £35 - £55 and takes 2h 56m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lewes to Chard is to drive which takes 2h 56m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct train between Lewes and Chard?

No, there is no direct train from Lewes to Chard. However, there are services departing from Lewes and arriving at Axminster via Clapham Junction and Salisbury. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 45m.

How far is it from Lewes to Chard?

The distance between Lewes and Chard is 203 miles. The road distance is 153 miles.

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

The best way to get from Lewes to Chard without a car is to train and line 30 bus which takes 5h 32m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 5h 32m to get from Lewes to Chard, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lewes to Chard bus from?

Lewes to Chard bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Old Steine station.

Where do I catch the Lewes to Chard train from?

Lewes to Chard train services, operated by Southern, depart from Lewes station.

Train or bus from Lewes to Chard?

The best way to get from Lewes to Chard is to bus which takes 8h 38m and costs £35 - £95. Alternatively, you can train via London, which costs £80 - £190 and takes 5h 45m.

Where does the Lewes to Chard bus arrive?

Lewes to Chard bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Lewes to Chard train arrive?

Lewes to Chard train services, operated by Southern, arrive at Clapham Junction station.

Can I drive from Lewes to Chard?

Yes, the driving distance between Lewes to Chard is 153 miles. It takes approximately 2h 56m to drive from Lewes to Chard.

Where can I stay near Chard?

There are 1731+ hotels available in Chard.

Lewes to Chard - 5 ways to travel via train, line 30 bus, bus, and car

Q: Is there a direct bus between Lewes and Chard?

No, there is no direct bus from Lewes to Chard. However, there are services departing from High Street and arriving at Tapstone Road via Old Steine, Heathrow Central Bus Station, Bus Station and Taunton Town Centre Stop I. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 38m.

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

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Train, line 30 bus
best
1. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to Readingtrain
2. Take the train from Reading to Tauntontrain
3. Take the bus from Taunton Town Centre Stop I to Essex Closebus 30
5h 32m
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Old Steine to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 025
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 504 / ...
8h 38m
£38–94
Drive 152.1 mi
1. Drive from Lewes to Chardcar 152.1 mi
2h 56m
£38–54
Train via London
1. Take the train from Lewes to Clapham Junctiontrain
2. Take the train from Clapham Junction to Salisburytrain
3. Take the train from Salisbury to Axminstertrain
5h 45m
£80–185
Train
1. Take the train from Brighton to Southampton Centraltrain Brighton - Southampton Central
2. Take the train from Salisbury to Axminstertrain London Waterloo - Exeter St Davids / ...
6h 15m
£69–156

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Distance: 201.4 mi
Duration: 5h 32m

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

You can take a bus from High Street to Tapstone Road via Old Steine, Heathrow Central Bus Station, Bus Station, and Taunton Town Centre Stop I in around 8h 38m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Lewes to Essex Close via Clapham Junction, Salisbury, Axminster, and Rail Station in around 5h 45m.

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