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

The cheapest way to get from Chatham to Bournemouth is to train and bus which costs £28 - £45 and takes 5h 41m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chatham to Bournemouth is to drive which takes 2h 24m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Chatham and Bournemouth?

No, there is no direct bus from Chatham to Bournemouth station. However, there are services departing from Institute Road and arriving at Bournemouth Station via Hempstead Valley Shopping Centre and London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 56m.

Is there a direct train between Chatham and Bournemouth?

No, there is no direct train from Chatham to Bournemouth. However, there are services departing from Chatham and arriving at Bournemouth via London Victoria, Clapham Junction and Basingstoke. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 59m.

How far is it from Chatham to Bournemouth?

The distance between Chatham and Bournemouth is 141 miles. The road distance is 136.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chatham to Bournemouth without a car is to train which takes 3h 53m and costs £60 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 3h 53m to get from Chatham to Bournemouth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chatham to Bournemouth bus from?

Chatham to Bournemouth bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Hempstead Valley Shopping Centre station.

Where do I catch the Chatham to Bournemouth train from?

Chatham to Bournemouth train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Chatham station.

Train or bus from Chatham to Bournemouth?

The best way to get from Chatham to Bournemouth is to train which takes 3h 53m and costs £60 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £55 and takes 6h 56m.

Where does the Chatham to Bournemouth bus arrive?

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

Where does the Chatham to Bournemouth train arrive?

Chatham to Bournemouth train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at London Victoria station.

Can I drive from Chatham to Bournemouth?

Yes, the driving distance between Chatham to Bournemouth is 136 miles. It takes approximately 2h 24m to drive from Chatham to Bournemouth.

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

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Where can I stay near Bournemouth?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Chatham to London Bridgetrain Rainham / ...
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Bournemouthtrain London Waterloo - Weymouth / ...
3h 53m
£61–141
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Chatham to London Victoriatrain Gillingham / ...
2. Take the bus from London Green Line Coach Station to Bournemouthbus Uk061
5h 41m
£28–44
Drive 135.5 mi
1. Drive from Chatham to Bournemouthcar 135.5 mi
2h 24m
£33–48
Train via Basingstoke
1. Take the train from Chatham to London Victoriatrain
2. Take the train from Clapham Junction to Basingstoketrain
3. Take the train from Basingstoke to Bournemouthtrain
3h 59m
£68–157
Bus
1. Take the bus from Hempstead Valley Shopping Centre to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 007 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Bournemouth Stationbus 035
6h 56m
£40–54

Chatham to Bournemouth by train and bus

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3h 53mAverage Duration

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Distance: 139.8 mi
Duration: 3h 53m

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

You can take a train from Chatham to Bournemouth via London Bridge, London Bridge Station, Waterloo Station / York Road, and London Waterloo in around 3h 53m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Institute Road to Bournemouth Station via Hempstead Valley Shopping Centre, London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals, and London Victoria in around 6h 56m.

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