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The Historic Dockyard Chatham
Large maritime museum at the Historic Dockyard with warships, galleries and dockyard buildings that explain Chatham's naval past.
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The cheapest and fastest coaches from London to Chatham
Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 02 Nov
- Cheapest price on 02 Nov
- £24
- Average ticket price on 02 Nov
- £33
- Fastest journey on 02 Nov
- 2 h 15 m
- Average journey duration on 02 Nov
- 5 h 26 m
- Buses on 02 Nov
- 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 £33 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £24.
Fast coaches
To travel from London to Chatham you need to make at least one change.
11:00 2h15 London 13:15 Chatham £24 1 One-way 1 change14:30 2h23 London 16:53 Chatham £24 1 One-way 1 change18:00 2h35 London 20:35 Chatham £24 1 One-way 1 change21:30 10h44 London 8:14 Chatham £24 1 One-way 1 change23:00 9h14 London 8:14 Chatham £70 1 One-way 3 changes
11:00 2h15 London 13:15 Chatham £24 1 One-way 1 change14:30 2h23 London 16:53 Chatham £24 1 One-way 1 change18:00 2h35 London 20:35 Chatham £24 1 One-way 1 change23:00 9h14 London 8:14 Chatham £70 1 One-way 3 changes21:30 10h44 London 8:14 Chatham £24 1 One-way 1 change
Journey information
Overview: Bus from London to Chatham
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Take a bus from London to Chatham and enjoy the approximately 48 km long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
The earliest coach runs at 00:10, the last at 23:56.
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 £6
Distance 48 km |
First bus 0:10 |
Last bus 23:56 |
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Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
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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 £6
Frequently asked questions about your London to Chatham trip
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from London to Chatham.
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.
Live departures
London to Chatham bus times
The table below shows live departures for London to Chatham coaches for today, Sunday 1 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
Last updated at
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11:00 London | 2h23 | 13:23 Chatham | 1 change | |
| 14:30 London | 2h23 | 16:53 Chatham | 1 change | |
| 21:30 London | 10h44 | 8:14 Chatham | 1 change | |
| 23:00 London | 9h14 | 8:14 Chatham | 3 changes | |
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Complete guide to Chatham
Things to do in Chatham
Discover the best of Chatham — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Chatham trip today.
- Recommended
Royal Engineers Museum
Museum in a former dockyard ropery and foundry complex, showing Royal Engineers history through vehicles, medals and exhibitions.
Guildhall Museum
Small local museum covering Medway life, Chatham's development and Charles Dickens connections through compact changing displays.
- Recommended
The Great Lines Heritage Park
Landscaped parkland above Chatham with military heritage, memorials and one of the best open walks for Medway town views.
- Recommended
Upnor Village
Historic riverside quarter with cobbled streets, waterside walks and old buildings, popular for a quieter local feel near Chatham.
- Recommended
Chatham Maritime
Modern waterfront area with marina views, promenades and event spaces, offering an easy walk beside the former dockyard basin.
- Gluten-free
Whitstable Oysters
Fresh oysters from the nearby Thames Estuary, prized in Kent for centuries and traditionally eaten raw with lemon.
- Vegetarian
Kentish Huffkin
Kent’s classic loaf made with local flour, milk and hops from the county’s brewing tradition; a regional bakery staple.
- Vegetarian
- Vegan
- Gluten-free
Kentish Cherry and Damson Jam
A traditional Kent fruit preserve flavoured with cherries and damsons, linked to old orchards around the Medway area.
Selale Restaurant
Popular Turkish restaurant serving grilled meats, meze and seafood in a smart but relaxed setting near the waterfront.
The Dead Pigeon Pub & Brazuca
Lively Brazilian venue known for grilled dishes, burgers and cocktails, with a casual atmosphere in Chatham town centre.
Shapla Restaurant
Well-known local Indian restaurant offering curries, tandoori dishes and friendly service in a comfortable dining room.
Pound sterling (£)
Moderate for south-east England. Hotels and dining cost more than many UK towns, but local transport and casual meals stay fairly manageable for visitors.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- £8-12 for fast food or a simple meal.
- Mid-range
- £18-30 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- £50+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- £2.80-4 for a cappuccino.
Tipping culture
Restaurants: 10-12.5% if service is not included. Taxis: round up or add about 10%. Cafés and pubs: tipping is optional, though small change is appreciated.
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.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between London and Chatham including taking a coach and train.
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Important Stations and Airports in London and Chatham
Most London to Chatham buses use the London, Victoria Coach Station to station pair. Use this guide to compare London and Chatham bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Departure bus stations in London
Arrival bus stations in Chatham
Which London station do buses to Chatham leave from?
Buses from London to Chatham leave from London, Victoria Coach Station. The station is 2 km from London city centre at 164 Buckingham Palace Road, London SW1W 9TP, United Kingdom.
London, Victoria Coach Station164 Buckingham Palace Road, London SW1W 9TP, United Kingdom
City-centre transport
Getting to London, Victoria Coach Station from London city centre
London, Victoria Coach Station is 2 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
BusN11, N44 · 9m · £10 · every ~4 min
148 · 17m · £2 · every ~30 min
24 · 25m · £2 · every ~25 min
38, N38 · 30m · £2 · every ~46 min
A8 · 30m · £1 · every ~10 min
390 · 35m · £2 · every ~26 min
London, Victoria Coach Station bus station facilities and services
London, Victoria Coach Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Pret a Manger (in the station), Starbucks (in the station).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and inside the station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at London, Victoria Coach Station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at London, Victoria Coach Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at London, Victoria Coach Station: Elevators, ramps.
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