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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Chatham is to bus and line 022 bus which costs £30 - £80 and takes 6h 47m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Chatham is to drive which takes 3h 38m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Chatham?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Chatham station. However, there are services departing from Park Place and arriving at Railway Station New Cut via London Victoria and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 47m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Chatham?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Chatham. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Chatham via Paddington station and London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 49m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Chatham?

The distance between Cardiff and Chatham is 185 miles. The road distance is 182 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Chatham without a car is to train which takes 3h 49m and costs £85 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 3h 49m to get from Cardiff to Chatham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Chatham bus from?

Cardiff to Chatham bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Park Place station.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Chatham train from?

Cardiff to Chatham train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Cardiff Central station.

Train or bus from Cardiff to Chatham?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Chatham is to train which takes 3h 49m and costs £85 - £180. Alternatively, you can bus and line 022 bus, which costs £30 - £80 and takes 6h 47m.

Where does the Cardiff to Chatham bus arrive?

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

Where does the Cardiff to Chatham train arrive?

Cardiff to Chatham train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at London Paddington station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Chatham?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Chatham is 182 miles. It takes approximately 3h 38m to drive from Cardiff to Chatham.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Cardiff to Chatham?

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Where can I stay near Chatham?

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Cardiff to Chatham - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 7 ways to get from Cardiff to Chatham by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to London Paddingtontrain Swansea - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from London Victoria to Chathamtrain London Victoria - Gillingham / ...
3h 49m
£86–176
Bus, line 022 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Park Place to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 507 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Bus Stationbus 022
6h 47m
£32–79
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Cardiff North Road to London Victoriabus Uk042 / ...
2. Take the train from London Victoria to Chathamtrain London Victoria - Gillingham / ...
5h 10m
£34–66
Drive 180.9 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Chathamcar 180.9 mi
3h 38m
£45–64
Fly Cardiff Airport to London City Airport, train
1. Fly from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to London City Airport (LCY)plane CWL - LCY
2. Take the train from Stratford International to Chathamtrain
7h 13m
£332–691
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to London Gatwick Airport, train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)plane BRS - LGW
3. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to London Victoriatrain
4. Take the train from London Victoria to Chathamtrain
7h 13m
£98–260
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to London City Airport, train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to London City Airport (LCY)plane BRS - LCY
3. Take the train from Stratford International to Chathamtrain
6h 56m
£223–518

Cardiff to Chatham by bus, foot, and train

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Distance: 183.7 mi
Duration: 3h 49m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Chatham, England?

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Chatham via London Paddington, Paddington station, Victoria station, and London Victoria in around 3h 49m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Park Place to Railway Station New Cut via London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals, London Victoria, and Bus Station in around 6h 47m.

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