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

The cheapest way to get from Swanage to Chard is to drive which costs £13 - £19 and takes 1h 18m.

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

The fastest way to get from Swanage to Chard is to drive which takes 1h 18m and costs £13 - £19.

Is there a direct bus between Swanage and Chard?

No, there is no direct bus from Swanage station to Chard. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Essex Close via Wareham Station, Kings Statue, Bus Station and Trinity Square. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 19m.

How far is it from Swanage to Chard?

The distance between Swanage and Chard is 79 miles. The road distance is 54.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Swanage to Chard without a car is to bus and train and line 30 bus which takes 5h 19m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 5h 19m to get from Swanage to Chard, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Swanage to Chard bus from?

Swanage to Chard bus services, operated by First in Wessex Dorset & South Somerset, depart from Wareham Station.

Where does the Swanage to Chard bus arrive?

Swanage to Chard bus services, operated by First in Wessex Dorset & South Somerset, arrive at Kings Statue station.

Can I drive from Swanage to Chard?

Yes, the driving distance between Swanage to Chard is 54 miles. It takes approximately 1h 18m to drive from Swanage to Chard.

Where can I stay near Chard?

There are 1698+ hotels available in Chard.

Swanage to Chard - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 30 bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Swanage to Chard by bus, train, 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.

Bus, train, line 30 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Wareham Stationbus 40 / ...
2. Take the train from Wareham to Weymouthtrain
3. Take the bus from Weymouth station to Bus Stationbus X53 / ...
4. Take the bus from Bus Station to Trinity Squarebus X53 / ...
5. Take the bus from Trinity Square to Essex Closebus 30
5h 19m
Drive 53.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Swanage to Chardcar 53.8 mi
1h 18m
£14–19
Bus, train, line 30 bus via Southampton
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Wareham Stationbus 40 / ...
2. Take the train from Wareham to Southampton Centraltrain
3. Take the train from Southampton Central to Salisburytrain
4. Take the train from Salisbury to Axminstertrain
5. Take the bus from Rail Station to Essex Closebus 30
5h 56m
Bus
1. Take the bus from Wareham Station to Kings Statuebus X54
2. Take the bus from Kings Statue to Bus Stationbus X53 / ...
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Trinity Squarebus X53 / ...
6h 19m

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Swanage to Chard.

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Distance: 78.1 mi
Duration: 5h 19m

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

You can take a bus from Bus Station to Essex Close via Wareham Station, Kings Statue, Bus Station, and Trinity Square in around 6h 19m.

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