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

The cheapest way to get from Brighton to Chatham is to bus and line 7 bus which costs £10 - £11 and takes 4h 11m.

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

The fastest way to get from Brighton to Chatham is to drive which takes 1h 30m and costs £13 - £20.

Is there a direct bus between Brighton and Chatham?

No, there is no direct bus from Brighton to Chatham. However, there are services departing from St Peter's Church and arriving at Westmount Avenue via Railway Station and Chequers Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 11m.

Is there a direct train between Brighton and Chatham?

No, there is no direct train from Brighton to Chatham. However, there are services departing from Brighton and arriving at Chatham via London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 15m.

How far is it from Brighton to Chatham?

The distance between Brighton and Chatham is 86 miles. The road distance is 56.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Brighton to Chatham without a car is to train which takes 2h 15m and costs £35 - £70.

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

It takes approximately 2h 15m to get from Brighton to Chatham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Brighton to Chatham bus from?

Brighton to Chatham bus services, operated by Brighton & Hove, depart from St Peter's Church station.

Where do I catch the Brighton to Chatham train from?

Brighton to Chatham train services, operated by Gatwick Express, depart from Brighton station.

Train or bus from Brighton to Chatham?

The best way to get from Brighton to Chatham is to train which takes 2h 15m and costs £35 - £70. Alternatively, you can bus and line 7 bus, which costs £10 - £11 and takes 4h 11m.

Where does the Brighton to Chatham bus arrive?

Brighton to Chatham bus services, operated by Brighton & Hove, arrive at Railway Station.

Where does the Brighton to Chatham train arrive?

Brighton to Chatham train services, operated by Gatwick Express, arrive at London Victoria station.

Can I drive from Brighton to Chatham?

Yes, the driving distance between Brighton to Chatham is 56 miles. It takes approximately 1h 30m to drive from Brighton to Chatham.

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

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Where can I stay near Chatham?

There are 1511+ hotels available in Chatham.

Brighton to Chatham - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 7 bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Brighton to London Victoriatrain Brighton - London Victoria
2. Take the train from London Victoria to Chathamtrain London Victoria - Gillingham / ...
2h 15m
£36–67
Bus, line 7 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from St Peter's Church to Railway Stationbus 29 / ...
2. Take the bus from Railway Station to Chequers Bus Stationbus 7 / ...
4h 11m
£10–11
Drive 56.1 mi
1. Drive from Brighton to Chathamcar 56.1 mi
1h 30m
£14–20
Train via London
1. Take the train from Brighton to London Bridgetrain Brighton - Bedford / ...
2. Take the train from London Bridge to Chathamtrain Luton - Rainham / ...
2h 38m
£32–84

Brighton to Chatham by train

260Weekly Trains

2h 15mAverage Duration

£36Cheapest Price

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Distance: 85.3 mi
Duration: 2h 15m

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

You can take a train from Brighton to Chatham via London Victoria in around 2h 15m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from St Peter's Church to Westmount Avenue via Railway Station and Chequers Bus Station in around 4h 11m.

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