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

The cheapest way to get from Luton to Chard is to drive which costs £35 - £60 and takes 2h 44m.

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

The fastest way to get from Luton to Chard is to drive which takes 2h 44m and costs £35 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Luton and Chard?

No, there is no direct bus from Luton station to Chard. However, there are services departing from Luton Station Interchange and arriving at Essex Close via Heathrow Central Bus Station, Bus Station and The Parade. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 53m.

How far is it from Luton to Chard?

The distance between Luton and Chard is 186 miles. The road distance is 160.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Luton to Chard without a car is to train which takes 5h 3m and costs £35 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 5h 3m to get from Luton to Chard, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Luton to Chard bus from?

Luton to Chard bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Luton Station Interchange.

Train or bus from Luton to Chard?

The best way to get from Luton to Chard is to train which takes 5h 3m and costs £35 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus via Bus Station, which costs £50 - £100 and takes 6h 53m.

Where does the Luton to Chard bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Luton to Chard?

Yes, the driving distance between Luton to Chard is 160 miles. It takes approximately 2h 44m to drive from Luton to Chard.

Where can I stay near Chard?

There are 1528+ hotels available in Chard.

Luton to Chard - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Luton 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
best
1. Take the train from Luton to West Hampstead ThameslinkBedford - Brighton / ...
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to AxminsterLondon Waterloo - Exeter St Davids / ...
5h 3m
£38–123
Bus via Bus Station
1. Take the bus from Luton Station Interchange to Heathrow Central Bus Station230 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Bus Station502 / ...
6h 53m
£54–99
Drive 159.5 mi
1. Drive from Luton to Chard159.5 mi
2h 44m
£39–57
Bus
1. Take the bus from Luton Station Interchange to Baker Street Station757
2. Take the bus from Hammersmith Bus Station to Bus StationSf2
7h 35m

Luton to Chard by train, subway, and bus

100Weekly Services

5h 3mAverage Duration

£38Cheapest Price

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Distance: 185 mi
Duration: 5h 3m

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

You can take a train from Luton to Essex Close via West Hampstead Thameslink, West Hampstead station, Waterloo station, London Waterloo, Axminster, and Rail Station in around 5h 3m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Luton Station Interchange to Essex Close via Heathrow Central Bus Station, Bus Station, and The Parade in around 6h 53m.

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