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

The cheapest way to get from Dartford to Chatham is to bus and line 700 bus which costs £1 - £3 and takes 1h 2m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dartford to Chatham is to taxi which takes 21 min and costs £50 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Dartford and Chatham?

No, there is no direct bus from Dartford to Chatham station. However, there are services departing from Home Gardens and arriving at Railway Station New Cut via Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 2m.

Is there a direct train between Dartford and Chatham?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Dartford and arriving at Chatham. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 34 min.

How far is it from Dartford to Chatham?

The distance between Dartford and Chatham is 16 miles. The road distance is 15.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dartford to Chatham without a car is to train which takes 34 min and costs £8 - £16.

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

The train from Dartford to Chatham takes 34 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Dartford to Chatham bus from?

Dartford to Chatham bus services, operated by Arriva UK, depart from Home Gardens station.

Where do I catch the Dartford to Chatham train from?

Dartford to Chatham train services, operated by Thameslink, depart from Dartford station.

Train or bus from Dartford to Chatham?

The best way to get from Dartford to Chatham is to train which takes 34 min and costs £8 - £16. Alternatively, you can bus and line 700 bus, which costs £1 - £3 and takes 1h 2m.

Where does the Dartford to Chatham bus arrive?

Dartford to Chatham bus services, operated by Arriva UK, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Dartford to Chatham train arrive?

Dartford to Chatham train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at Chatham station.

Can I drive from Dartford to Chatham?

Yes, the driving distance between Dartford to Chatham is 15 miles. It takes approximately 21 min to drive from Dartford to Chatham.

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

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Where can I stay near Chatham?

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Dartford to Chatham - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 700 bus, and taxi

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Dartford to Chathamtrain Luton - Rainham / ...
34 min
£8–16
Bus, line 700 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Home Gardens to Bus Stationbus 96 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Railway Station New Cutbus 700
1h 2m
£2–3
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Dartford to Chathamtaxi 15.3 mi
21 min
£50–65
Drive 15.3 mi
1. Drive from Dartford to Chathamcar 15.3 mi
21 min
£4–6

Dartford to Chatham by train

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Distance: 15.4 mi
Duration: 34 min

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

Thameslink operates a train from Dartford to Chatham every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £8–16 and the journey takes 34 min. Southeastern also services this route 6 times a week. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Home Gardens to Railway Station New Cut via Bus Station in around 1h 2m.

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