The cheapest and fastest trains from London to Chard
Cheapest price
£43
Average price
£46
Fastest journey
2 h 28 m
Average duration
2 h 28 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
210 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London to Chard is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London to Chard will cost around £46 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £43.
Of the 2 trains that leave London for Chard every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 210 km distance in an average of 2 h 28 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 28 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 28 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
12:202h28London14:48Chard£431One-way0 changes
10:202h28London12:48Chard£491One-way0 changes
10:202h28London12:48Chard£491One-way0 changes
12:202h28London14:48Chard£431One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and flight for London to Chard
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London to Chard among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £16. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 55m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £16, and a flight costs an average of £146.
Distance: 210 km
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Most popular Train | Flight |
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£40 Average Price Cheapest | £339 Average Price |
3h 25m Average total duration Fastest 2h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 13m Average total duration 6h 13m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
London to Chard train times
The table below shows live departures for London to Chard trains for today, Tuesday 7 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
L79938 · L79372 | On time 12:09 London Waterloo (WAT) | 2h53 | 15:02 Axminster station (AXM) | 1 change | |
L83059 · L79384 | On time 12:12 London Waterloo (WAT) | 3h50 | 16:02 Axminster station (AXM) | 1 change | |
L79372 | On time 12:20 London Waterloo (WAT) | 2h28 | 14:48 Crewkerne station (CKN) | 0 changesdirect | |
L79377 · L79384+ C82830 | Delayed 11:57 12:24London Victoria (VIC) | 3h24 | 15:48 Crewkerne station (CKN) | 2 changes | |
| Wednesday 8 July | |||||
![]() | 10:20 London | 2h28 | 12:48 Chard | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from London to Chard
Trains from London to Chard run on average 15 times per day, taking around 2h 55m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £16 if you book in advance.
There are 11 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:41, the last at 21:19. The fastest train covers the 210 km distance in 2h 28m.
Distance 210 km |
Average train duration 2h 55m |
Cheapest ticket price £16 |
Trains per day 15 |
Direct trains 11 |
Fastest train 2h 28m |
First train 5:41 |
Last train 21:19 |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 70 days |
Train companies: South Western Railway from London to Chard trainsSouth Western Railway trains will get you between London and Chard from £16. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
South Western Railway
FAQs: London to Chard train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London to Chard by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Chard, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in London and Chard
Most London to Chard trains use the London Waterloo to Crewkerne station pair. Use this guide to compare London and Chard train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which London station do trains to Chard leave from?
Getting to London Waterloo from London city centre
London Waterloo is 1 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
London Waterloo train station facilities and services
London Waterloo has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at London Waterloo.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at London Waterloo. ATMs are available at London Waterloo.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at London Waterloo. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at London Waterloo: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at London Waterloo: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at London Waterloo: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: There is step free access from the main concourse to all platforms, shops and facilities. Step free exits are exit 1 (Station approach), exit 2 (with a lift to Waterloo Road and lift access to the London Underground Jubilee line), and exit 3 for taxis and onward travel towards the South Bank, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available from the taxi rank on Cab Road / Station Approach, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Ticket machines are located at various locations on the main concourse and are accessible to wheelchair users, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to London Paddington from London city centre
London Paddington train station facilities and services
London Paddington has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Wasabi, The Beer House, Barburrito, Upper Crust, The Mad Bishop & Bear (Fullers), The Pasty Shop, Burger King, Pret a Manger, The Savanna, Soboro Bakery, & more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are located next to the ticket office.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open 24/7. Information desks are located near Platform 1.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located near the taxi stand beside Platform 11. . Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at London Paddington: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at London Paddington: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at London Paddington: Wheelchair access, escalators, elevators.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hilton London Paddington, Mercure London Paddington Hotel, The Pilgrm.
Getting to London Victoria from London city centre
London Victoria is 1 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
London Victoria train station facilities and services
London Victoria has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at London Victoria.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at London Victoria. ATMs are available at London Victoria.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at London Victoria. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at London Victoria: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at London Victoria: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at London Victoria: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: There is step free access at London Victoria Rail Station to the Victoria Line on the Underground. This can be accessed via the Cardinal Place entrance to the underground, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible public telephones: Main concourse, Accessible taxis: Available on request Taxi rank outside main station entrance, Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Monday - Sunday 24 Hours a Day, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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