What is the cheapest way to get from Bedford to Chatham?

The cheapest way to get from Bedford to Chatham is to drive which costs £20 - £30 and takes 1h 48m.

What is the fastest way to get from Bedford to Chatham?

The fastest way to get from Bedford to Chatham is to train via London which takes 1h 37m and costs £35 - £70.

Is there a direct train between Bedford and Chatham?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Bedford and arriving at Chatham. Services depart twice daily, and operate Monday to Saturday. The journey takes approximately 2h 33m.

How far is it from Bedford to Chatham?

The distance between Bedford and Chatham is 83 miles. The road distance is 85.1 miles.

How do I travel from Bedford to Chatham without a car?

The best way to get from Bedford to Chatham without a car is to train via London which takes 1h 37m and costs £35 - £70.

How long does it take to get from Bedford to Chatham?

It takes approximately 1h 37m to get from Bedford to Chatham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bedford to Chatham train from?

Bedford to Chatham train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Bedford station.

Where does the Bedford to Chatham train arrive?

Bedford to Chatham train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at London St Pancras Intl station.

Can I drive from Bedford to Chatham?

Yes, the driving distance between Bedford to Chatham is 85 miles. It takes approximately 1h 48m to drive from Bedford to Chatham.

How do I get a train ticket from Bedford to Chatham?

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Where can I stay near Chatham?

There are 1574+ hotels available in Chatham.

Bedford to Chatham - 5 ways to travel via train, car, and bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Bedford to Chatham by train, car, or bus

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Bedford to London St Pancras Intltrain Corby - London St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Chathamtrain St Pancras International - Faversham / ...
1h 37m
£40–69
Drive 84.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Bedford to Chathamcar 84.6 mi
1h 48m
£21–31
Train
1. Take the train from Bedford to Chathamtrain Bedford - Rainham / ...
2h 33m
£40–60
Train #2
1. Take the train from Luton Airport Parkway to Chathamtrain Luton - Rainham / ...
3h 13m
£39–59
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from St Paul's Square to Luton Station Interchangebus Mk1
2. Take the train from Luton to Chathamtrain Luton - Rainham / ...
3h 52m
£33–48

Bedford to Chatham by train

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1h 37mAverage Duration

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Distance: 82.9 mi
Duration: 1h 37m

What companies run services between Bedford, England and Chatham, England?

You can take a train from Bedford to Chatham via London St Pancras Intl in around 1h 37m.

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