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

The cheapest way to get from Basingstoke to Chatham is to drive which costs £21 - £35 and takes 1h 27m.

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

The fastest way to get from Basingstoke to Chatham is to drive which takes 1h 27m and costs £21 - £35.

Is there a direct train between Basingstoke and Chatham?

No, there is no direct train from Basingstoke to Chatham. However, there are services departing from Basingstoke and arriving at Chatham via Clapham Junction and London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 18m.

How far is it from Basingstoke to Chatham?

The distance between Basingstoke and Chatham is 81 miles. The road distance is 87.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Basingstoke to Chatham without a car is to train via London which takes 2h 18m and costs £30 - £70.

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

It takes approximately 2h 18m to get from Basingstoke to Chatham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Basingstoke to Chatham train from?

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

Where does the Basingstoke to Chatham train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Basingstoke to Chatham?

Yes, the driving distance between Basingstoke to Chatham is 87 miles. It takes approximately 1h 27m to drive from Basingstoke to Chatham.

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

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Where can I stay near Chatham?

There are 1447+ hotels available in Chatham.

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

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Basingstoke to Clapham JunctionBasingstoke - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from London Victoria to ChathamLondon Victoria - Dover Priory / ...
2h 18m
£31–67
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from The Malls to London Victoria806
2. Take the train from London Victoria to ChathamLondon Victoria - Dover Priory / ...
2h 51m
£15–43
Drive 86.7 mi
1. Drive from Basingstoke to Chatham86.7 mi
1h 27m
£22–31
Train
1. Take the train from Basingstoke to London WaterlooBasingstoke - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from London Bridge to ChathamLuton - Rainham / ...
2h 47m
£35–66
Train via Reading
1. Take the train from Reading to Abbey WoodElizabeth
2. Take the train from Abbey Wood (London) to ChathamLuton - Rainham / ...
3h 9m
£33–60

Basingstoke to Chatham by train

268Weekly Trains

2h 18mAverage Duration

£31Cheapest Price

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Distance: 80.3 mi
Duration: 2h 18m

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

You can take a train from Basingstoke to Chatham via Clapham Junction and London Victoria in around 2h 18m.

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