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

The cheapest way to get from Portsmouth to Chatham is to drive which costs £26 - £40 and takes 1h 46m.

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

The fastest way to get from Portsmouth to Chatham is to drive which takes 1h 46m and costs £26 - £40.

Is there a direct train between Portsmouth and Chatham?

No, there is no direct train from Portsmouth to Chatham. However, there are services departing from Portsmouth & Southsea and arriving at Chatham via Clapham Junction and London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 57m.

How far is it from Portsmouth to Chatham?

The distance between Portsmouth and Chatham is 106 miles. The road distance is 104.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Portsmouth to Chatham without a car is to train via London which takes 2h 57m and costs £40 - £90.

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

It takes approximately 2h 57m to get from Portsmouth to Chatham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Portsmouth to Chatham train from?

Portsmouth to Chatham train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Portsmouth & Southsea station.

Where does the Portsmouth to Chatham train arrive?

Portsmouth to Chatham train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at Clapham Junction station.

Can I drive from Portsmouth to Chatham?

Yes, the driving distance between Portsmouth to Chatham is 104 miles. It takes approximately 1h 46m to drive from Portsmouth to Chatham.

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

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Where can I stay near Chatham?

There are 1583+ hotels available in Chatham.

Portsmouth to Chatham - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Portsmouth to Chatham by train, bus, or car

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Portsmouth & Southsea to Clapham Junctiontrain Portsmouth Harbour - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from London Victoria to Chathamtrain London Victoria - Ramsgate / ...
2h 57m
£43–89
Drive 103.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Portsmouth to Chathamcar 103.8 mi
1h 46m
£27–38
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from The Hard Interchange to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 030
2. Take the train from London Victoria to Chathamtrain London Victoria - Ramsgate / ...
4h 4m
£31–57
Train
1. Take the train from Portsmouth & Southsea to London Waterlootrain Portsmouth Harbour - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from London Bridge to Chathamtrain Luton - Rainham / ...
3h 9m
£43–84
Train via Barnham
1. Take the train from Portsmouth & Southsea to Barnhamtrain Portsmouth Harbour - Horsham / ...
2. Take the train from Barnham to East Croydontrain Bognor Regis - London Victoria / ...
3h 44m
£47–81

Portsmouth to Chatham by train

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2h 57mAverage Duration

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Distance: 105.4 mi
Duration: 2h 57m

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

You can take a train from Portsmouth & Southsea to Chatham via Clapham Junction and London Victoria in around 2h 57m.

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