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

The cheapest way to get from Chatham to Southampton is to drive which costs £27 - £40 and takes 2h 1m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chatham to Southampton is to drive which takes 2h 1m and costs £27 - £40.

Is there a direct train between Chatham and Southampton?

No, there is no direct train from Chatham to Southampton. However, there are services departing from Chatham and arriving at Southampton Central via London Victoria and Clapham Junction. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 1m.

How far is it from Chatham to Southampton?

The distance between Chatham and Southampton is 113 miles. The road distance is 109.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chatham to Southampton without a car is to train via London which takes 3h 1m and costs £45 - £100.

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

It takes approximately 3h 1m to get from Chatham to Southampton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chatham to Southampton train from?

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

Where does the Chatham to Southampton train arrive?

Chatham to Southampton train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at London Victoria station.

Can I drive from Chatham to Southampton?

Yes, the driving distance between Chatham to Southampton is 110 miles. It takes approximately 2h 1m to drive from Chatham to Southampton.

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

Book your Chatham to Southampton train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Southampton?

There are 1994+ hotels available in Southampton.

Chatham to Southampton - 4 ways to travel via train, car, and bus

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

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Chatham to London Victoriatrain Gillingham / ...
2. Take the train from Clapham Junction to Southampton Centraltrain London Waterloo - Southampton Central / ...
3h 1m
£48–95
Drive 109 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Chatham to Southamptoncar 109 mi
2h 1m
£28–40
Train
1. Take the train from Chatham to London Bridgetrain Rainham / ...
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Southampton Centraltrain London Waterloo - Weymouth / ...
3h 7m
£47–95
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Chatham to London Victoriatrain
2. Take the train from London Victoria to Portsmouth Harbourtrain
3. Take the bus from The Hard Interchange to WestQuaybus X4 / ...
5h 34m
£62–105

Chatham to Southampton by train

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3h 1mAverage Duration

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Distance: 112.6 mi
Duration: 3h 1m

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

You can take a train from Chatham to Southampton Central via London Victoria and Clapham Junction in around 3h 1m.

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