What is the cheapest way to get from Chatham to Charing Cross?

The cheapest way to get from Chatham to Charing Cross is to rideshare which costs £3 and takes 1h 10m.

What is the fastest way to get from Chatham to Charing Cross?

The fastest way to get from Chatham to Charing Cross is to drive which takes 52 min and costs £8 - £12.

Is there a direct bus between Chatham and Charing Cross?

No, there is no direct bus from Chatham station to Charing Cross. However, there are services departing from Chatham station and arriving at Charing Cross via Bus Station and Bexleyheath Clock Tower. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 38m.

Is there a direct train between Chatham and Charing Cross?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Strood and arriving at London Charing Cross. Services depart twice daily, and operate Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 1h 14m.

How far is it from Chatham to Charing Cross?

The distance between Chatham and Charing Cross is 31 miles. The road distance is 32.8 miles.

How do I travel from Chatham to Charing Cross without a car?

The best way to get from Chatham to Charing Cross without a car is to train which takes 1h 14m and costs £16 - £24.

How long does it take to get from Chatham to Charing Cross?

The train from Strood to London Charing Cross takes 1h 14m including transfers and departs twice daily.

Where do I catch the Chatham to Charing Cross bus from?

Chatham to Charing Cross bus services, operated by Arriva UK, depart from Chatham station.

Where do I catch the Chatham to Charing Cross train from?

Chatham to Charing Cross train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Strood station.

Train or bus from Chatham to Charing Cross?

The best way to get from Chatham to Charing Cross is to train which takes 1h 14m and costs £16 - £24. Alternatively, you can line 700 bus and line 96 bus and bus, which costs £4 - £95 and takes 2h 38m.

Where does the Chatham to Charing Cross bus arrive?

Chatham to Charing Cross bus services, operated by Arriva UK, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Chatham to Charing Cross train arrive?

Chatham to Charing Cross train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at London Charing Cross station.

Can I drive from Chatham to Charing Cross?

Yes, the driving distance between Chatham to Charing Cross is 33 miles. It takes approximately 52 min to drive from Chatham to Charing Cross.

How do I get a train ticket from Chatham to Charing Cross?

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Where can I stay near Charing Cross?

There are 20943+ hotels available in Charing Cross.

Can I share a ride from Chatham to Charing Cross?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Chatham and Charing Cross. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Chatham to Charing Cross - 7 ways to travel via train, and line 700 bus

There are 7 ways to get from Chatham to Charing Cross by train, bus, rideshare, car, or taxi

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

Train
best
1. Take the train from Strood to London Charing Crosstrain Strood - London Charing Cross
1h 14m
£16–24
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Gillingham to Londonrideshare 34.1 mi
1h 10m
£3
Line 700 bus, line 96 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Chatham station to Bus Stationbus 700
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bexleyheath Clock Towerbus 96
3. Take the bus from Bexleyheath Clock Tower to Charing Crossbus N89 / ...
2h 38m
£4–93
Train via Chatham
1. Take the train from Chatham to London Victoriatrain Gillingham / ...
1h 16m
£21–30
Train via Chatham #2
1. Take the train from Chatham to London Blackfriarstrain Rainham / ...
1h 26m
£18–35
Drive 32.6 mi
1. Drive from Chatham to Charing Crosscar 32.6 mi
52 min
£8–12
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Chatham to Charing Crosstaxi 32.6 mi
52 min
£130–170

Chatham to Charing Cross by train

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1h 14mAverage Duration

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Distance: 30.9 mi
Duration: 1h 14m

What companies run services between Chatham, England and Charing Cross, Greater London, England?

Southeastern operates a train from Strood to London Charing Cross twice daily. Tickets cost £16–24 and the journey takes 1h 14m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Chatham station to Charing Cross via Bus Station and Bexleyheath Clock Tower in around 2h 38m.

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