What is the cheapest way to get from Watford Junction to Chard?

The cheapest way to get from Watford Junction to Chard is to bus which costs £16 - £35 and takes 6h 20m.

What is the fastest way to get from Watford Junction to Chard?

The fastest way to get from Watford Junction to Chard is to drive which takes 2h 32m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Watford Junction and Chard?

No, there is no direct bus from Watford Junction station to Chard. However, there are services departing from Watford Junction station and arriving at Essex Close via London Heathrow Airport, Bristol Bus Station and Ilminster Road Busway. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 20m.

How far is it from Watford Junction to Chard?

The distance between Watford Junction and Chard is 173 miles. The road distance is 146.5 miles.

How do I travel from Watford Junction to Chard without a car?

The best way to get from Watford Junction to Chard without a car is to train which takes 4h 52m and costs £30 - £180.

How long does it take to get from Watford Junction to Chard?

It takes approximately 4h 52m to get from Watford Junction to Chard, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Watford Junction to Chard bus from?

Watford Junction to Chard bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from London Heathrow Airport station.

Train or bus from Watford Junction to Chard?

The best way to get from Watford Junction to Chard is to train which takes 4h 52m and costs £30 - £180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £16 - £35 and takes 6h 20m.

Where does the Watford Junction to Chard bus arrive?

Watford Junction to Chard bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Bristol Bus Station.

Can I drive from Watford Junction to Chard?

Yes, the driving distance between Watford Junction to Chard is 147 miles. It takes approximately 2h 32m to drive from Watford Junction to Chard.

Where can I stay near Chard?

There are 1563+ hotels available in Chard.

Watford Junction to Chard - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Watford Junction to Chard by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from London Waterloo to Axminstertrain London Waterloo - Exeter St Davids / ...
4h 52m
£32–172
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Bristol Bus Stationbus Uk940 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bristol Bus Station to Taunton BP Garagebus Uk078 / ...
6h 20m
£16–35
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Watford Junction station to Heathrow Terminal 3bus Ra3
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 3 to Reading RailAirbus Ra1
3. Take the train from Reading to Tauntontrain
4. Take the bus from The Parade to Essex Closebus 30
5h 10m
Drive 145.7 mi
1. Drive from Watford Junction to Chardcar 145.7 mi
2h 32m
£35–51
Bus, train, line 30 bus
1. Take the bus from Watford Junction station to Heathrow Terminal 2bus Ra3
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 2 to Woking Railway Station Southsidebus Ra2
3. Take the train from Woking to Axminstertrain
4. Take the bus from Rail Station to Essex Closebus 30
5h 37m

Watford Junction to Chard by train, subway, and bus

98Weekly Services

4h 52mAverage Duration

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Distance: 172.3 mi
Duration: 4h 52m

What companies run services between Watford Junction, England and Chard, England?

South Western Railway operates a train from London Waterloo to Axminster hourly. Tickets cost £23–95 and the journey takes 2h 42m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Watford Junction station to Essex Close via Heathrow Terminal 2, London Heathrow Airport, Bristol Bus Station, Taunton BP Garage, and Ilminster Road Busway in around 6h 20m.

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