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

The cheapest way to get from Maidstone to Chard is to bus which costs £24 - £55 and takes 9h 26m.

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

The fastest way to get from Maidstone to Chard is to drive which takes 3h and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Maidstone and Chard?

No, there is no direct bus from Maidstone to Chard. However, there are services departing from Earl Street and arriving at East Street Tescos via Hempstead Valley Shopping Centre, London Victoria, Bus Station and The Parade. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 26m.

How far is it from Maidstone to Chard?

The distance between Maidstone and Chard is 192 miles. The road distance is 175.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Maidstone to Chard without a car is to train which takes 5h 25m and costs £30 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 5h 25m to get from Maidstone to Chard, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Maidstone to Chard bus from?

Maidstone to Chard bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Hempstead Valley Shopping Centre station.

Train or bus from Maidstone to Chard?

The best way to get from Maidstone to Chard is to train which takes 5h 25m and costs £30 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £24 - £55 and takes 9h 26m.

Where does the Maidstone to Chard bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Maidstone to Chard?

Yes, the driving distance between Maidstone to Chard is 175 miles. It takes approximately 3h to drive from Maidstone to Chard.

Where can I stay near Chard?

There are 1560+ hotels available in Chard.

Maidstone to Chard - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 96 bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Maidstone 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 Maidstone East to London Waterloo Easttrain Ramsgate - London Charing Cross / ...
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Axminstertrain London Waterloo - Exeter St Davids / ...
5h 25m
£33–122
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Hempstead Valley Shopping Centre to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 007 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Bus Stationbus 504 / ...
9h 26m
£25–55
Train, bus, line 96 bus
1. Take the train from Maidstone East to London Victoriatrain
2. Take the bus from Hammersmith Bus Station to Bus Stationbus Sf2
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Boden Streetbus 96 / ...
7h 41m
Drive 174.3 mi
1. Drive from Maidstone to Chardcar 174.3 mi
3h
£42–60

Maidstone to Chard by train, foot, and bus

98Weekly Services

5h 25mAverage Duration

£33Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Maidstone to Chard.

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Distance: 190.8 mi
Duration: 5h 25m

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

You can take a train from Maidstone East to Essex Close via London Waterloo East, London Waterloo, Axminster, and Rail Station in around 5h 25m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Earl Street to East Street Tescos via Hempstead Valley Shopping Centre, London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals, London Victoria, Bus Station, and The Parade in around 9h 26m.

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