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

The cheapest way to get from Exeter to Chatham is to bus and train which costs £28 - £75 and takes 6h.

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

The fastest way to get from Exeter to Chatham is to train via London which takes 3h 33m and costs £70 - £150.

Is there a direct bus between Exeter and Chatham?

No, there is no direct bus from Exeter to Chatham. However, there are services departing from Bampfylde Street and arriving at Westmount Avenue via London Victoria and Chequers Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Exeter and Chatham?

No, there is no direct train from Exeter to Chatham. However, there are services departing from Exeter St Davids and arriving at Chatham via Paddington station and London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 33m.

How far is it from Exeter to Chatham?

The distance between Exeter and Chatham is 212 miles. The road distance is 208.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Exeter to Chatham without a car is to train via London which takes 3h 33m and costs £70 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 3h 33m to get from Exeter to Chatham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Exeter to Chatham bus from?

Exeter to Chatham bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Bampfylde Street station.

Where do I catch the Exeter to Chatham train from?

Exeter to Chatham train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Exeter St Davids station.

Train or bus from Exeter to Chatham?

The best way to get from Exeter to Chatham is to train via London which takes 3h 33m and costs £70 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £75 and takes 8h 15m.

Where does the Exeter to Chatham bus arrive?

Exeter to Chatham bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at London Victoria station.

Where does the Exeter to Chatham train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Exeter to Chatham?

Yes, the driving distance between Exeter to Chatham is 209 miles. It takes approximately 3h 34m to drive from Exeter to Chatham.

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

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Where can I stay near Chatham?

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Exeter to Chatham - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 8 ways to get from Exeter to Chatham by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to London PaddingtonTotnes - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from London Victoria to ChathamLondon Victoria - Ramsgate / ...
3h 33m
£71–148
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Exeter Central to London WaterlooExeter St Davids - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from London Bridge to ChathamLuton - Rainham / ...
4h 57m
£24–107
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bampfylde Street to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals501 / ...
2. Take the train from London Victoria to ChathamLondon Victoria - Ramsgate / ...
6h
£29–74
Drive 207.6 mi
1. Drive from Exeter to Chatham207.6 mi
3h 34m
£52–75
Fly to London Gatwick Airport, train
1. Fly from Exeter (EXT) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)EXT - LGW
2. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to London Victoria
3. Take the train from London Victoria to Chatham
5h 25m
£120–333
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bampfylde Street to London VictoriaUk045 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to King Street814
8h 15m
£30–71
Fly to London City Airport, train
1. Fly from Exeter (EXT) to London City Airport (LCY)EXT - LCY
2. Take the train from Stratford International to Chatham
6h 34m
£195–488
Fly to London Heathrow Airport, train
1. Fly from Exeter (EXT) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)EXT - LHR
2. Take the train from London Victoria to Chatham
6h 23m
£154–454

Exeter to Chatham by train and subway

169Weekly Services

3h 33mAverage Duration

£71Cheapest Price

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Distance: 210.9 mi
Duration: 3h 33m

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

You can take a train from Exeter St Davids to Chatham via London Paddington, Paddington station, Victoria station, and London Victoria in around 3h 33m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bampfylde Street to Westmount Avenue via London Victoria, King Street, and Chequers Bus Station in around 8h 15m.

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