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

The cheapest way to get from Lewisham to Chatham is to drive which costs £6 - £10 and takes 35 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Lewisham to Chatham is to drive which takes 35 min and costs £6 - £10.

Is there a direct bus between Lewisham and Chatham?

No, there is no direct bus from Lewisham to Chatham station. However, there are services departing from Lockmead Road and arriving at Railway Station New Cut via Bexleyheath Clock Tower and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 27m.

Is there a direct train between Lewisham and Chatham?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Greenwich and arriving at Chatham. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 7m.

How far is it from Lewisham to Chatham?

The distance between Lewisham and Chatham is 27 miles. The road distance is 25.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Lewisham to Chatham without a car is to train which takes 1h 7m and costs £13 - £25.

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

The train from Greenwich to Chatham takes 1h 7m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Lewisham to Chatham bus from?

Lewisham to Chatham bus services, operated by Go Ahead London, depart from Lockmead Road station.

Where do I catch the Lewisham to Chatham train from?

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

Train or bus from Lewisham to Chatham?

The best way to get from Lewisham to Chatham is to train which takes 1h 7m and costs £13 - £25. Alternatively, you can line 89 bus and line 96 bus and line 700 bus, which costs £2 - £45 and takes 2h 27m.

Where does the Lewisham to Chatham bus arrive?

Lewisham to Chatham bus services, operated by Go Ahead London, arrive at Bexleyheath Clock Tower station.

Where does the Lewisham to Chatham train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Lewisham to Chatham?

Yes, the driving distance between Lewisham to Chatham is 26 miles. It takes approximately 35 min to drive from Lewisham to Chatham.

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

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Lewisham to Chatham - 4 ways to travel via train, line 89 bus, and line 96 bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Greenwich to Chathamtrain Luton - Rainham / ...
1h 7m
£13–25
Line 89 bus, line 96 bus, line 700 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Lockmead Road to Bexleyheath Clock Towerbus 89 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bexleyheath Clock Tower to Bus Stationbus 96 / ...
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Railway Station New Cutbus 700
2h 27m
£3–44
Drive 25.6 mi
1. Drive from Lewisham to Chathamcar 25.6 mi
35 min
£7–10
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Lewisham to Chathamtaxi 25.6 mi
35 min
£110–140

Lewisham to Chatham by train

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Distance: 27.1 mi
Duration: 1h 7m

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

Thameslink operates a train from Greenwich to Chatham hourly. Tickets cost £15–19 and the journey takes 1h 7m. Southeastern also services this route 5 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Lockmead Road to Railway Station New Cut via Bexleyheath Clock Tower and Bus Station in around 2h 27m.

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