London to Chatham bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from London to Chatham

Showing times and prices for 19 Jun

Cheapest price

£25

Average price

£34

Fastest journey

2 h 5 m

Average duration

5 h 41 m

Buses per day

5

Distance

48 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from London to Chatham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from London to Chatham will cost around £34 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £25.

Fast coaches

To travel from London to Chatham you need to make at least one change.

  • National Express
    11:002h05
    London
    13:05Chatham
    £251One-way
    1 change
  • National Express
    14:302h20
    London
    16:50Chatham
    £251One-way
    1 change
  • National Express
    18:002h35
    London
    20:35Chatham
    £251One-way
    1 change
  • National Express
    21:3011h28
    London
    8:58Chatham
    £251One-way
    1 change
  • National Express
    23:009h58
    London
    8:58Chatham
    £721One-way
    3 changes

Travel Information

Compare coach and train for London to Chatham

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London to Chatham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £4. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 2m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £4, and a coach costs an average of £25.

Distance: 48 km

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Coach
Most popular
Train

£35

Average Price

£14

Average Price

Cheapest

2h 4m

Average total duration

1h 34m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

1h 32m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 2m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

0.0 - 0.1kg

CO2 emissions

0.0 - 0.0kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest
National Express

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Southeastern

Most popular train company

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

Live departures

London to Chatham bus times

The table below shows live departures for London to Chatham coaches for tomorrow, Friday 19 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
National Express11:00 London
2h05
13:05 Chatham1 change
National Express14:30 London
2h20
16:50 Chatham1 change
National Express18:00 London
2h35
20:35 Chatham1 change
National Express21:30 London
11h28
8:58 Chatham1 change
National Express23:00 London
9h58
8:58 Chatham3 changes

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National Express operates all coaches services from London to Chatham.
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  • Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from London to Chatham.

Journey information

Overview: Bus from London to Chatham

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Buses from London to Chatham run on average 5 times per day, taking around 1h 34m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £25 but you can travel from only £4 by train.

The earliest coach runs at 00:10, the last at 23:56. The fastest coach covers the 48 km distance in 2h 4m.

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 34m
Cheapest ticket price
£25
Buses per day
5
Fastest bus
2h 4m
First bus
0:10
Last bus
23:56
Cheapest Month
Nov
Cheapest Day
Mon
High Season
Jul - Sept
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Sat
Least Busy Day
Sun
Best time to book
49 days
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 London to ChathamYou can travel by bus between London to Chatham 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
2h 4m
Cheapest Price
£25
National Express frequency
3 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.
Learn more about National Express

Buses from London to Chatham

Travelling from London to Chatham in Kent by bus is easy with a change of transport in nearby Gillingham. National Express run a route from Victoria Coach Station to Hempstead Valley in Gillingham, Kent which is the nearest stop to Chatham. The coach stop is next to TK Maxx in Hempstead Valley. From Hempstead Valley catch a local Arriva bus service into Chatham. The first bus leaves Victoria at 9:30am seven days a week, and the last bus sets off at 11.30pm. The journey to Hempstead Valley in Gillingham takes approximately 1 hour 15 minutes to 2 hours. The onward journey to Chatham takes about 25 minutes.

FAQs: London to Chatham coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London to Chatham by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Chatham, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from London to Chatham can start from as little as £25 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for London to Chatham is £35; 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 London to Chatham is 2h 4m to travel the 48 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest coach from London to Chatham leaves at 0:10. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from London to Chatham leaves at 23:56.
There are 5 coaches a day from London to Chatham which require at least one change with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
When taking a coach from London to Chatham, you can count on National Express for the best way to get you to Chatham. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between London and Chatham and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
A trip to Chatham from London is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 2h 4m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from London to Chatham is November.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between London and Chatham including taking a coach and train.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from London to Chatham:
  • National Express
    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Accessible toilets.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from London to Chatham for coach company National Express.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from London to Chatham depends on the coach companies:
  • National Express
    • 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.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company National Express.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the coach from London to Chatham.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from London to Chatham:
  • National Express
    • Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from London to Chatham:
  • National Express
    • 10€ per additional bag.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from London to Chatham.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from London to Chatham with the following coach company: National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from London to Chatham with the following coach company: National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from London to Chatham with the following coach company: National Express.

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