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

The cheapest way to get from Chard to Manchester is to bus which costs £29 - £50 and takes 8h 34m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chard to Manchester is to drive which takes 3h 51m and costs £50 - £80.

Is there a direct bus between Chard and Manchester?

No, there is no direct bus from Chard to Manchester. However, there are services departing from Essex Close and arriving at Manchester, Shudehill Interchange via County Hall and Bristol Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 34m.

Is there a direct train between Chard and Manchester?

No, there is no direct train from Chard to Manchester. However, there are services departing from Taunton and arriving at Manchester Piccadilly via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 18m.

How far is it from Chard to Manchester?

The distance between Chard and Manchester is 231 miles. The road distance is 218.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chard to Manchester without a car is to train via Birmingham which takes 4h 18m and costs £110 - £190.

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

It takes approximately 4h 18m to get from Chard to Manchester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chard to Manchester bus from?

Chard to Manchester bus services, operated by National Express, depart from County Hall station.

Where do I catch the Chard to Manchester train from?

Chard to Manchester train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Taunton station.

Train or bus from Chard to Manchester?

The best way to get from Chard to Manchester is to train via Birmingham which takes 4h 18m and costs £110 - £190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £29 - £50 and takes 8h 34m.

Where does the Chard to Manchester bus arrive?

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

Where does the Chard to Manchester train arrive?

Chard to Manchester train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Chard to Manchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Chard to Manchester is 219 miles. It takes approximately 3h 51m to drive from Chard to Manchester.

Where can I stay near Manchester?

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Chard to Manchester - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 7 ways to get from Chard to Manchester by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train via Birmingham
best
1. Take the train from Taunton to Birmingham New Streettrain Plymouth - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Manchester Piccadillytrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
4h 18m
£114–183
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from County Hall to Bus Stationbus 105 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bristol Bus Station to Manchester, Shudehill Interchangebus Uk071
8h 34m
£30–45
Drive 217.5 mi
1. Drive from Chard to Manchestercar 217.5 mi
3h 51m
£54–78
Train to Bristol Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Taunton to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane BRS - MAN
6h 53m
£77–190
Train
1. Take the train from Taunton to Newport (S Wales)train Exeter St Davids - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to Manchester Piccadillytrain Cardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
7h 38m
£84–146
Bus via Birmingham
1. Take the bus from County Hall to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 105 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 541 / ...
9h 13m
£39–67
Bus, train to London Heathrow Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Essex Close to Taunton Town Centre Kbus
2. Take the train from Taunton to London Paddingtontrain
3. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LHR - MAN
6h 6m
£128–407

Chard to Manchester by bus and foot

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Distance: 229.4 mi
Duration: 4h 18m

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

You can take a vehicle from Chard to Manchester Piccadilly via Taunton and Birmingham New Street in around 4h 18m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Essex Close to Manchester, Shudehill Interchange via Taunton Town Centre K, County Hall, and Bristol Bus Station in around 8h 34m.

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