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

The cheapest way to get from Penzance to Chard is to bus which costs £14 - £24 and takes 7h 58m.

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

The fastest way to get from Penzance to Chard is to drive which takes 2h 33m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Penzance and Chard?

No, there is no direct bus from Penzance station to Chard. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Essex Close via Bus Station and Rail Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 58m.

How far is it from Penzance to Chard?

The distance between Penzance and Chard is 167 miles. The road distance is 139.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Penzance to Chard without a car is to train which takes 5h 15m and costs £70 - £210.

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

It takes approximately 5h 15m to get from Penzance to Chard, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Penzance to Chard bus from?

Penzance to Chard bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bus Station.

Train or bus from Penzance to Chard?

The best way to get from Penzance to Chard is to train which takes 5h 15m and costs £70 - £210. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £14 - £24 and takes 7h 58m.

Where does the Penzance to Chard bus arrive?

Penzance to Chard bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Bampfylde Street station.

Can I drive from Penzance to Chard?

Yes, the driving distance between Penzance to Chard is 140 miles. It takes approximately 2h 33m to drive from Penzance to Chard.

Where can I stay near Chard?

There are 1582+ hotels available in Chard.

Penzance to Chard - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Penzance 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 Penzance to Exeter St Davidstrain Penzance - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Axminstertrain Exeter St Davids - London Waterloo / ...
5h 15m
£74–201
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bampfylde Streetbus 406 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Rail Stationbus 44A
7h 58m
£15–24
Drive 139.1 mi
1. Drive from Penzance to Chardcar 139.1 mi
2h 33m
£35–50

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Penzance to Chard.

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Distance: 166.3 mi
Duration: 5h 15m

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

You can take a train from Penzance to Essex Close via Exeter St Davids, Axminster, and Rail Station in around 5h 15m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Essex Close via Bampfylde Street, Bus Station, and Rail Station in around 7h 58m.

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