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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Chatham to London
Take a bus from Chatham to London and enjoy the approximately 48 km long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from £4
Distance 48 km |
Average bus duration 1h 33m |
Buses per day 2 |
First bus 00:01 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from £4
Bus providers: National Express from Chatham to LondonYou can travel by bus between Chatham to London with National Express for as low as £4. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
National Express
About
National Express is the UK’s leading long-distance coach company, operating over 550 services per day and serving more than 900 destinations nationwide. It also runs frequent services to major UK airports — including Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton, and Bristol — 24 hours a day. All National Express coaches are air-conditioned and offer free Wi-Fi and onboard entertainment. Most vehicles are equipped with seat belts and power outlets at every seat, allowing you to charge your phone or laptop during your journey. Ticket options include Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare, with the latter providing maximum flexibility for cancellations or changes.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 40m
Cheapest Price
£8
National Express frequency
5 a day
Luggage included
Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Accessible toilets.
Bikes
Folding Bikes are allowed; non-folding bikes are not allowed.
FAQs: Chatham to London coach
FAQs: Take the bus from Chatham to London with ease. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have the information you need to know so you can find the best option from Chatham to London.

Cheap coach tickets from Chatham to London can start from as little as £8 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Chatham to London is £25; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by coach from Chatham to London is 1 h 17 min to travel the 29 mile long trip, with around there are 5 coaches per day. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays.
The first coach from Chatham to London leaves at 03: 30. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The last coach from Chatham to London leaves at 11: 10.
There are 5 coaches a day from Chatham to London which require at least one change with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
Take the Chatham to London coach with National Express. However, it's always good to check out all possible coach companies for the route from Chatham to London as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Chatham, Dock Road (St George's Centre), which is located around 2.1 miles (3.4 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station, located 31.1 miles (50.1 km) away from the city centre.
A day trip to London from Chatham is worth doing with a journey time of 1 h 17 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month to travel from Chatham to London by coach is December.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel to London from Chatham including taking a train or coach.
No, the coach from Chatham to London has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Chatham to London.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Chatham to London.
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Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from Chatham to London.
No, luggage for the coach from Chatham to London needs to be booked in addition.
No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from Chatham to London.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Chatham to London.
No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from Chatham to London.
No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from Chatham to London.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Chatham and London
Chatham
London
London, Victoria Coach Station







Amenities at bus station
information
Ticket Office Hours
- 06:00-23:00
Distance to city center
2 kmCar connection
Buckingham Palace RoadWifi
- Free Wi-Fi
Dining
- Pret a Manger (in the station)
- Starbucks (in the station).
Taxis
- Available outside the station on Buckingham Palace Road.
Accessibility
- Elevators, ramps
WC
- Available in the station.
Public transport options for London, Victoria Coach Station
- Bus: 11, 44, 170, 211, C1, C10 Metro: Victoria Train: Southern, Gatwick Express
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