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

The cheapest way to get from Manchester to Chard is to bus which costs £26 - £45 and takes 9h 36m.

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Manchester and Chard?

No, there is no direct bus from Manchester station to Chard. However, there are services departing from Manchester Central Coach Station and arriving at Tapstone Road via Park & Ride and Taunton Town Centre Stop I. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Manchester and Chard?

No, there is no direct train from Manchester to Chard. However, there are services departing from Manchester Piccadilly and arriving at Taunton via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 44m.

How far is it from Manchester to Chard?

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

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

The best way to get from Manchester to Chard without a car is to train via Birmingham which takes 4h 44m and costs £110 - £190.

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

It takes approximately 4h 44m to get from Manchester to Chard, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Chard bus from?

Manchester to Chard bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Manchester Central Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Chard train from?

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

Train or bus from Manchester to Chard?

The best way to get from Manchester to Chard is to train via Birmingham which takes 4h 44m and costs £110 - £190. Alternatively, you can bus via Cheltenham, which costs £35 - £65 and takes 8h 55m.

Where does the Manchester to Chard bus arrive?

Manchester to Chard bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Park & Ride station.

Where does the Manchester to Chard train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Manchester to Chard?

Yes, the driving distance between Manchester to Chard is 219 miles. It takes approximately 3h 50m to drive from Manchester to Chard.

Where can I stay near Chard?

There are 1698+ hotels available in Chard.

Manchester to Chard - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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Train via Birmingham
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Birmingham New Streettrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Tauntontrain Edinburgh - Plymouth / ...
4h 44m
£113–182
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to Bristol Bus Stationbus Uk071
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Taunton Town Centre Kbus 374
9h 36m
£26–42
Bus via Cheltenham
1. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Park & Ridebus Cf8
2. Take the bus from Park & Ride to County Hallbus Cf9
8h 55m
£37–61
Drive 217.5 mi
1. Drive from Manchester to Chardcar 217.5 mi
3h 50m
£54–78
Fly, train
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane MAN - BRS
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Tauntontrain
7h 47m
£76–191
Train
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Newport (S Wales)train Manchester Piccadilly - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to Tauntontrain Cardiff Central - Exeter St Davids / ...
7h 43m
£86–145

Manchester to Chard by train and bus

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Distance: 229.5 mi
Duration: 4h 44m

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

You can take a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Chard via Birmingham New Street and Taunton in around 4h 44m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Tapstone Road via Park & Ride, County Hall, and Taunton Town Centre Stop I in around 8h 55m.

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