What is the cheapest way to get from Waterloo Station to Chard?

The cheapest way to get from Waterloo Station to Chard is to bus which costs £28 - £80 and takes 6h 35m.

What is the fastest way to get from Waterloo Station to Chard?

The fastest way to get from Waterloo Station to Chard is to drive which takes 2h 46m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Waterloo Station and Chard?

No, there is no direct bus from Waterloo Station station to Chard. However, there are services departing from Waterloo Station/Upper Taxi Rd and arriving at Essex Close via London Victoria, Bus Station and Taunton Town Centre Stop I. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 35m.

How far is it from Waterloo Station to Chard?

The distance between Waterloo Station and Chard is 154 miles. The road distance is 142.7 miles.

How do I travel from Waterloo Station to Chard without a car?

The best way to get from Waterloo Station to Chard without a car is to train which takes 3h 28m and costs £55 - £140.

How long does it take to get from Waterloo Station to Chard?

It takes approximately 3h 28m to get from Waterloo Station to Chard, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Waterloo Station to Chard bus from?

Waterloo Station to Chard bus services, operated by National Express, depart from London Victoria station.

Train or bus from Waterloo Station to Chard?

The best way to get from Waterloo Station to Chard is to train which takes 3h 28m and costs £55 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £28 - £80 and takes 6h 35m.

Where does the Waterloo Station to Chard bus arrive?

Waterloo Station to Chard bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Bus Station.

Can I drive from Waterloo Station to Chard?

Yes, the driving distance between Waterloo Station to Chard is 143 miles. It takes approximately 2h 46m to drive from Waterloo Station to Chard.

Where can I stay near Chard?

There are 738+ hotels available in Chard.

Waterloo Station to Chard - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Waterloo Station 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 London Waterloo to Axminstertrain London Waterloo - Exeter St Davids / ...
3h 28m
£55–140
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from London Victoria to Bus Stationbus 504 / ...
6h 35m
£29–76
Drive 141.8 mi
1. Drive from Waterloo Station to Chardcar 141.8 mi
2h 46m
£35–50
Train, line 30 bus
1. Take the train from London Paddington to Tauntontrain London Paddington - Plymouth / ...
2. Take the bus from Taunton Town Centre Stop I to Essex Closebus 30
3h 40m

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Waterloo Station to Chard.

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Distance: 152.8 mi
Duration: 3h 28m

What companies run services between Waterloo Station, Greater London, England and Chard, England?

South Western Railway operates a train from London Waterloo to Axminster hourly. Tickets cost £55–140 and the journey takes 2h 41m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from London Victoria to Bus Station every 4 hours. Tickets cost £27–65 and the journey takes 3h 10m.

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