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 28m.

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 28m and costs £21 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Basingstoke and Chatham?

No, there is no direct bus from Basingstoke to Chatham station. However, there are services departing from The Malls and arriving at Railway Station New Cut via London Victoria and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 50m.

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 26m.

How far is it from Basingstoke to Chatham?

The distance between Basingstoke and Chatham is 82 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 which takes 2h 26m and costs £29 - £90.

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

It takes approximately 2h 26m to get from Basingstoke to Chatham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Basingstoke to Chatham bus from?

Basingstoke to Chatham bus services, operated by National Express, depart from The Malls station.

Where do I catch the Basingstoke to Chatham train from?

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

Train or bus from Basingstoke to Chatham?

The best way to get from Basingstoke to Chatham is to train which takes 2h 26m and costs £29 - £90. Alternatively, you can bus and line 022 bus, which costs £23 - £40 and takes 4h 50m.

Where does the Basingstoke to Chatham bus arrive?

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

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 28m 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?

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Basingstoke to Chatham - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 022 bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Basingstoke to Clapham Junctiontrain Basingstoke - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from London Victoria to Chathamtrain London Victoria - Gillingham / ...
2h 26m
£29–88
Drive 86.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Basingstoke to Chathamcar 86.7 mi
1h 28m
£22–31
Bus, line 022 bus
1. Take the bus from The Malls to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 035
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Bus Stationbus 022
4h 50m
£23–39
Train via Reading
1. Take the train from Reading to Abbey Woodtrain Elizabeth
2. Take the train from Abbey Wood (London) to Chathamtrain Luton - Rainham / ...
3h 10m
£33–67

Basingstoke to Chatham by train

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Distance: 81.4 mi
Duration: 2h 26m

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 26m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from The Malls to Railway Station New Cut via London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals, London Victoria, and Bus Station in around 4h 50m.

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