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

The cheapest way to get from Southampton to Chatham is to bus and train which costs £27 - £50 and takes 4h 19m.

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

The fastest way to get from Southampton to Chatham is to drive which takes 2h 1m and costs £27 - £40.

Is there a direct train between Southampton and Chatham?

No, there is no direct train from Southampton to Chatham. However, there are services departing from Southampton Central and arriving at Chatham via Clapham Junction and London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 36m.

How far is it from Southampton to Chatham?

The distance between Southampton and Chatham is 113 miles. The road distance is 109.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Southampton to Chatham without a car is to train via London which takes 2h 36m and costs £45 - £100.

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

It takes approximately 2h 36m to get from Southampton to Chatham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Southampton to Chatham train from?

Southampton to Chatham train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Southampton Central station.

Where does the Southampton to Chatham train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Southampton to Chatham?

Yes, the driving distance between Southampton to Chatham is 110 miles. It takes approximately 2h 1m to drive from Southampton to Chatham.

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

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Where can I stay near Chatham?

There are 1568+ hotels available in Chatham.

Southampton to Chatham - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Southampton Central to Clapham Junctiontrain Poole - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from London Victoria to Chathamtrain London Victoria - Gillingham / ...
2h 36m
£47–96
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Southampton Central Station to London Green Line Coach Stationbus Uk061
2. Take the train from London Victoria to Chathamtrain London Victoria - Gillingham / ...
4h 19m
£27–50
Drive 109.1 mi
1. Drive from Southampton to Chathamcar 109.1 mi
2h 1m
£28–40
Train
1. Take the train from Southampton Central to London Waterlootrain Weymouth - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from London Bridge to Chathamtrain Luton - Rainham / ...
2h 56m
£46–91

Southampton to Chatham by train

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2h 36mAverage Duration

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Distance: 112.6 mi
Duration: 2h 36m

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

You can take a train from Southampton Central to Chatham via Clapham Junction and London Victoria in around 2h 36m.

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