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

The cheapest way to get from Margate to Chatham is to bus which costs £7 - £14 and takes 2h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Margate to Chatham is to drive which takes 49 min and costs £10 - £16.

Is there a direct bus between Margate and Chatham?

No, there is no direct bus from Margate to Chatham. However, there are services departing from Marine Terrace and arriving at Upbury Way via Hempstead Valley Shopping Centre. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Margate and Chatham?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Margate and arriving at Chatham. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 55 min.

How far is it from Margate to Chatham?

The distance between Margate and Chatham is 40 miles. The road distance is 43.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Margate to Chatham without a car is to train which takes 55 min and costs £20 - £40.

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

The train from Margate to Chatham takes 55 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Margate to Chatham bus from?

Margate to Chatham bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Marine Terrace station.

Where do I catch the Margate to Chatham train from?

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

Train or bus from Margate to Chatham?

The best way to get from Margate to Chatham is to train which takes 55 min and costs £20 - £40. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £7 - £14 and takes 2h 35m.

Where does the Margate to Chatham bus arrive?

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

Where does the Margate to Chatham train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Margate to Chatham?

Yes, the driving distance between Margate to Chatham is 44 miles. It takes approximately 49 min to drive from Margate to Chatham.

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

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Where can I stay near Chatham?

There are 1576+ hotels available in Chatham.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Margate to Chathamtrain Ramsgate - St Pancras International / ...
55 min
£20–40
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Marine Terrace to Hempstead Valley Shopping Centrebus 022
2. Take the bus from Hempstead Valley Shopping Centre to Upbury Waybus 132 / ...
2h 35m
£7–13
Drive 43.5 mi
1. Drive from Margate to Chathamcar 43.5 mi
49 min
£11–16
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Margate to Chathamtaxi 43.5 mi
49 min
£190–230

Margate to Chatham by train

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Distance: 39.4 mi
Duration: 55 min

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

Southeastern operates a train from Margate to Chatham hourly. Tickets cost £20–40 and the journey takes 55 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Marine Terrace to Upbury Way via Hempstead Valley Shopping Centre in around 2h 35m.

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