What is the cheapest way to get from Charlton to Medway?

The cheapest way to get from Charlton to Medway is to drive which costs £5 - £9 and takes 31 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Charlton to Medway?

The fastest way to get from Charlton to Medway is to drive which takes 31 min and costs £5 - £9.

Is there a direct bus between Charlton and Medway?

No, there is no direct bus from Charlton to Medway. However, there are services departing from St Luke's Church / Charlton and arriving at Bligh Way Shops via Bexleyheath Clock Tower and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 41m.

Is there a direct train between Charlton and Medway?

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

How far is it from Charlton to Medway?

The distance between Charlton and Medway is 21 miles. The road distance is 23.8 miles.

How do I travel from Charlton to Medway without a car?

The best way to get from Charlton to Medway without a car is to train which takes 47 min and costs £10 - £21.

How long does it take to get from Charlton to Medway?

The train from Charlton to Higham takes 47 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Charlton to Medway bus from?

Charlton to Medway bus services, operated by Go Ahead London, depart from St Luke's Church / Charlton station.

Where do I catch the Charlton to Medway train from?

Charlton to Medway train services, operated by Thameslink, depart from Charlton station.

Train or bus from Charlton to Medway?

The best way to get from Charlton to Medway is to train which takes 47 min and costs £10 - £21. Alternatively, you can line 486 bus and line 96 bus, which costs £2 - £40 and takes 1h 41m.

Where does the Charlton to Medway bus arrive?

Charlton to Medway bus services, operated by Go Ahead London, arrive at Friswell Place station.

Where does the Charlton to Medway train arrive?

Charlton to Medway train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at Higham station.

Can I drive from Charlton to Medway?

Yes, the driving distance between Charlton to Medway is 24 miles. It takes approximately 31 min to drive from Charlton to Medway.

How do I get a train ticket from Charlton to Medway?

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Where can I stay near Medway?

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Charlton to Medway - 4 ways to travel via train, line 486 bus, and line 96 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Charlton to Medway by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Charlton to Highamtrain St Albans City - Gillingham / ...
47 min
£10–21
Line 486 bus, line 96 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from St Luke's Church / Charlton to Friswell Placebus 486
2. Take the bus from Bexleyheath Clock Tower to Bus Stationbus 96 / ...
1h 41m
£3–39
Drive 23.7 mi
1. Drive from Charlton to Medwaycar 23.7 mi
31 min
£6–9
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Charlton to Medwaytaxi 23.7 mi
31 min
£55–75

Charlton to Medway by train

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Distance: 20.9 mi
Duration: 47 min

What companies run services between Charlton, Greater London, England and Medway, England?

Thameslink operates a train from Charlton to Higham hourly. Tickets cost £10–21 and the journey takes 47 min. Southeastern also services this route 4 times a week. Alternatively, you can take a bus from St Luke's Church / Charlton to Bligh Way Shops via Friswell Place, Bexleyheath Clock Tower, and Bus Station in around 1h 41m.

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