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

The cheapest way to get from Canterbury to Chatham is to bus which costs £5 - £11 and takes 1h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Canterbury to Chatham is to drive which takes 34 min and costs £7 - £11.

Is there a direct bus between Canterbury and Chatham?

No, there is no direct bus from Canterbury station to Chatham. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Upbury Way via Hempstead Valley Shopping Centre. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Canterbury and Chatham?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Canterbury East and arriving at Chatham. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 47 min.

How far is it from Canterbury to Chatham?

The distance between Canterbury and Chatham is 27 miles. The road distance is 29 miles.

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

The best way to get from Canterbury to Chatham without a car is to train which takes 47 min and costs £14 - £25.

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

The train from Canterbury East to Chatham takes 47 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Canterbury to Chatham bus from?

Canterbury to Chatham bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Canterbury to Chatham train from?

Canterbury to Chatham train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Canterbury East station.

Train or bus from Canterbury to Chatham?

The best way to get from Canterbury to Chatham is to train which takes 47 min and costs £14 - £25. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £5 - £11 and takes 1h 45m.

Where does the Canterbury to Chatham bus arrive?

Canterbury to Chatham bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Hempstead Valley Shopping Centre station.

Where does the Canterbury to Chatham train arrive?

Canterbury to Chatham train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at Chatham station.

Can I drive from Canterbury to Chatham?

Yes, the driving distance between Canterbury to Chatham is 29 miles. It takes approximately 34 min to drive from Canterbury to Chatham.

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

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Where can I stay near Chatham?

There are 1575+ hotels available in Chatham.

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There are 4 ways to get from Canterbury to Chatham by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Canterbury East to Chathamtrain Dover Priory - London Victoria / ...
47 min
£14–25
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Hempstead Valley Shopping Centrebus 007 / ...
2. Take the bus from Hempstead Valley Shopping Centre to Upbury Waybus 132 / ...
1h 45m
£6–11
Drive 28.9 mi
1. Drive from Canterbury to Chathamcar 28.9 mi
34 min
£8–11
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Canterbury to Chathamtaxi 28.9 mi
34 min
£120–160

Canterbury to Chatham by train

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Distance: 27.2 mi
Duration: 47 min

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

Southeastern operates a train from Canterbury East to Chatham hourly. Tickets cost £14–25 and the journey takes 47 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Upbury Way via Hempstead Valley Shopping Centre in around 1h 45m.

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