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

The cheapest way to get from Manchester to Chard is to bus which costs £16 - £40 and takes 7h 49m.

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

The fastest way to get from Manchester to Chard is to drive which takes 3h 47m and costs £50 - £80.

Is there a direct bus between Manchester and Chard?

No, there is no direct bus from Manchester to Chard. However, there are services departing from Shudehill Interchange and arriving at Essex Close via Bus Station and The Parade. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 49m.

How far is it from Manchester to Chard?

The distance between Manchester and Chard is 237 miles. The road distance is 218.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Manchester to Chard without a car is to train via Birmingham which takes 5h 32m and costs £45 - £190.

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

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

Where do I catch the Manchester to Chard bus from?

Manchester to Chard bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Shudehill Interchange station.

Train or bus from Manchester to Chard?

The best way to get from Manchester to Chard is to train via Birmingham which takes 5h 32m and costs £45 - £190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £16 - £40 and takes 7h 49m.

Where does the Manchester to Chard bus arrive?

Manchester to Chard bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Bus Station.

Can I drive from Manchester to Chard?

Yes, the driving distance between Manchester to Chard is 219 miles. It takes approximately 3h 47m to drive from Manchester to Chard.

Where can I stay near Chard?

There are 1528+ hotels available in Chard.

Manchester to Chard - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train via Birmingham
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Birmingham New StreetManchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to TauntonEdinburgh - Plymouth / ...
5h 32m
£47–181
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Bus StationUk071
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to County Hall101
7h 49m
£16–35
Drive 217.5 mi
1. Drive from Manchester to Chard217.5 mi
3h 47m
£53–77
Fly, train
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Exeter (EXT)MAN - EXT
2. Take the train from Exeter Central to Axminster
5h 14m
£86–291
Train
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff CentralManchester Piccadilly - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to TauntonCardiff Central - Exeter St Davids / ...
7h 25m
£74–161

Manchester to Chard by train and bus

146Weekly Services

5h 32mAverage Duration

£47Cheapest Price

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Distance: 235.4 mi
Duration: 5h 32m

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

You can take a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Essex Close via Birmingham New Street, Taunton, Taunton Station, Town Centre H, and The Parade in around 5h 32m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Shudehill Interchange to Essex Close via Bus Station, County Hall, and The Parade in around 7h 49m.

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