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

The cheapest way to get from Chatham to Tonbridge is to bus and line 7 bus which costs £6 and takes 1h 28m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chatham to Tonbridge is to drive which takes 34 min and costs £4 - £8.

Is there a direct bus between Chatham and Tonbridge?

No, there is no direct bus from Chatham to Tonbridge. However, there are services departing from Southill Road Laundry and arriving at Castle via Royal Star Arcade. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 28m.

Is there a direct train between Chatham and Tonbridge?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Strood and arriving at Tonbridge. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 54 min.

How far is it from Chatham to Tonbridge?

The distance between Chatham and Tonbridge is 26 miles. The road distance is 20.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chatham to Tonbridge without a car is to train which takes 54 min and costs £14 - £21.

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

The train from Strood to Tonbridge takes 54 min including transfers and departs every four hours.

Where do I catch the Chatham to Tonbridge bus from?

Chatham to Tonbridge bus services, operated by Arriva UK, depart from Southill Road Laundry station.

Where do I catch the Chatham to Tonbridge train from?

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

Train or bus from Chatham to Tonbridge?

The best way to get from Chatham to Tonbridge is to train which takes 54 min and costs £14 - £21. Alternatively, you can bus and line 7 bus, which costs £6 and takes 1h 28m.

Where does the Chatham to Tonbridge bus arrive?

Chatham to Tonbridge bus services, operated by Arriva UK, arrive at St Faith's Street station.

Where does the Chatham to Tonbridge train arrive?

Chatham to Tonbridge train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at Tonbridge station.

Can I drive from Chatham to Tonbridge?

Yes, the driving distance between Chatham to Tonbridge is 20 miles. It takes approximately 34 min to drive from Chatham to Tonbridge.

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

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Where can I stay near Tonbridge?

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Chatham to Tonbridge - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, line 7 bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Chatham to Tonbridge by train, bus, 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 Tonbridgetrain Strood - Tonbridge / ...
54 min
£14–21
Drive 20.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Chatham to Tonbridgecar 20.2 mi
34 min
£5–8
Bus, line 7 bus
1. Take the bus from Southill Road Laundry to St Faith's Streetbus 101
2. Take the bus from Royal Star Arcade to Castlebus 7
1h 28m
£6
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Chatham to Tonbridgetaxi 20.2 mi
34 min
£65–80
Train via Paddock Wood
1. Take the train from Strood to Paddock Woodtrain Strood - Paddock Wood / ...
1h 9m
£13–20

Chatham to Tonbridge by train

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Distance: 26.2 mi
Duration: 54 min

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

Southeastern operates a train from Strood to Tonbridge every 4 hours. Tickets cost £14–21 and the journey takes 54 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Southill Road Laundry to Castle via St Faith's Street and Royal Star Arcade in around 1h 28m.

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