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

The cheapest way to get from Reading to Chard is to drive which costs £26 - £40 and takes 2h 8m.

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

The fastest way to get from Reading to Chard is to drive which takes 2h 8m and costs £26 - £40.

How far is it from Reading to Chard?

The distance between Reading and Chard is 127 miles. The road distance is 106.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Reading to Chard without a car is to train and bus which takes 2h 39m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 2h 39m to get from Reading to Chard, including transfers.

Can I drive from Reading to Chard?

Yes, the driving distance between Reading to Chard is 107 miles. It takes approximately 2h 8m to drive from Reading to Chard.

Where can I stay near Chard?

There are 1528+ hotels available in Chard.

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

There are 3 ways to get from Reading 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, bus
best
1. Take the train from Reading to Tauntontrain London Paddington - Totnes / ...
2. Take the bus from The Parade to The Guildhallbus 30
2h 39m
Drive 106 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Reading to Chardcar 106 mi
2h 8m
£27–38
Train
1. Take the train from Basingstoke to Axminstertrain London Waterloo - Exeter St Davids / ...
4h 2m
£46–111

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Reading to Chard.

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Distance: 126.5 mi
Duration: 2h 39m

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

South Western Railway operates a train from Basingstoke to Axminster hourly. Tickets cost £40–100 and the journey takes 1h 54m.

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