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

The cheapest way to get from Portsmouth to Chatham is to bus and line 022 bus which costs £20 - £50 and takes 6h 9m.

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 £25 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Portsmouth and Chatham?

No, there is no direct bus from Portsmouth to Chatham station. However, there are services departing from The Hard Interchange and arriving at Railway Station New Cut via London Victoria and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 9m.

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 Waterloo station and London Bridge. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 8m.

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 which takes 3h 8m and costs £45 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 3h 8m to get from Portsmouth to Chatham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Portsmouth to Chatham bus from?

Portsmouth to Chatham bus services, operated by National Express, depart from The Hard Interchange station.

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.

Train or bus from Portsmouth to Chatham?

The best way to get from Portsmouth to Chatham is to train which takes 3h 8m and costs £45 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus and line 022 bus, which costs £20 - £50 and takes 6h 9m.

Where does the Portsmouth to Chatham bus arrive?

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

Where does the Portsmouth to Chatham train arrive?

Portsmouth to Chatham train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at London Waterloo 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?

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Portsmouth to Chatham - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, line 022 bus, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Portsmouth to Chatham by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
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 8m
£47–107
Bus, line 022 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from The Hard Interchange to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 030
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Bus Stationbus 022
6h 9m
£21–50
Drive 103.8 mi
1. Drive from Portsmouth to Chathamcar 103.8 mi
1h 46m
£26–37
Train via London
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 - Gillingham / ...
3h 10m
£47–107
Train via Haslemere
1. Take the train from Portsmouth & Southsea to Haslemeretrain
2. Take the train from Haslemere to Clapham Junctiontrain
3. Take the train from London Victoria to Chathamtrain
3h 26m
£48–111
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 51m
£51–104

Portsmouth to Chatham by train and subway

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Distance: 105.1 mi
Duration: 3h 8m

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

You can take a train from Portsmouth & Southsea to Chatham via London Waterloo Station, Waterloo station, London Bridge station, and London Bridge in around 3h 8m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from The Hard Interchange to Railway Station New Cut via London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals, London Victoria, and Bus Station in around 6h 9m.

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