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

The cheapest way to get from Plymouth to Chatham is to bus and train which costs £45 - £90 and takes 7h 36m.

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

The fastest way to get from Plymouth to Chatham is to drive which takes 4h 19m and costs £60 - £90.

Is there a direct bus between Plymouth and Chatham?

No, there is no direct bus from Plymouth station to Chatham station. However, there are services departing from Plymouth Coach Station and arriving at Railway Station New Cut via London Victoria and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 59m.

Is there a direct train between Plymouth and Chatham?

No, there is no direct train from Plymouth to Chatham. However, there are services departing from Plymouth and arriving at Chatham via Paddington station and London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 44m.

How far is it from Plymouth to Chatham?

The distance between Plymouth and Chatham is 265 miles. The road distance is 251.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Plymouth to Chatham without a car is to train which takes 4h 44m and costs £120 - £250.

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

It takes approximately 4h 44m to get from Plymouth to Chatham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Plymouth to Chatham bus from?

Plymouth to Chatham bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Plymouth Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Plymouth to Chatham train from?

Plymouth to Chatham train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Plymouth station.

Train or bus from Plymouth to Chatham?

The best way to get from Plymouth to Chatham is to train which takes 4h 44m and costs £120 - £250. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £45 - £120 and takes 8h 59m.

Where does the Plymouth to Chatham bus arrive?

Plymouth to Chatham bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals.

Where does the Plymouth to Chatham train arrive?

Plymouth to Chatham train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at London Paddington station.

Can I drive from Plymouth to Chatham?

Yes, the driving distance between Plymouth to Chatham is 252 miles. It takes approximately 4h 19m to drive from Plymouth to Chatham.

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

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Where can I stay near Chatham?

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Plymouth to Chatham - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 7 ways to get from Plymouth to Chatham by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Plymouth to London Paddingtontrain Penzance - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from London Victoria to Chathamtrain London Victoria - Gillingham / ...
4h 44m
£122–242
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Plymouth Coach Station to London Victoriabus Ukn49 / ...
2. Take the train from London Victoria to Chathamtrain London Victoria - Gillingham / ...
7h 36m
£47–88
Drive 250.4 mi
1. Drive from Plymouth to Chathamcar 250.4 mi
4h 19m
£61–88
Train, fly to London City Airport
1. Take the train from Plymouth to Exeter St Davidstrain
2. Fly from Exeter (EXT) to London City Airport (LCY)plane EXT - LCY
3. Take the train from Stratford International to Chathamtrain
7h 21m
£261–527
Bus
1. Take the bus from Plymouth Coach Station to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 504 / ...
8h 59m
£47–112
Train, fly to London Gatwick Airport
1. Take the train from Plymouth to Exeter St Davidstrain
2. Fly from Exeter (EXT) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)plane EXT - LGW
3. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to London Victoriatrain
4. Take the train from London Victoria to Chathamtrain
7h 43m
£141–291
Train, fly to London Heathrow Airport
1. Take the train from Plymouth to Exeter St Davidstrain
2. Fly from Exeter (EXT) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane EXT - LHR
3. Take the train from London Victoria to Chathamtrain
7h 48m
£216–495

Plymouth to Chatham by bus, foot, and train

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Distance: 263.4 mi
Duration: 4h 44m

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

You can take a train from Plymouth to Chatham via London Paddington, Paddington station, Victoria station, and London Victoria in around 4h 44m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Plymouth Coach Station to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals every 3 hours. Tickets cost £40–100 and the journey takes 5h 50m.

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