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Great Western Rail as well as first_great_western offer trains services from Bridgwater to Chatham.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bridgwater to Chatham
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Bridgwater to Chatham run on average 6 times per day, taking around 3h 31m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £175 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:25, the last at 05:59. The fastest train covers the 247 km distance in 3h 37m.
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
Distance 247 km |
Average train duration 3h 31m |
Cheapest ticket price £175 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 3h 37m |
First train 05:25 |
Last train 05:59 |
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
Train companies: Great Western Rail, first_great_western from Bridgwater to Chatham trainsGreat Western Rail, first_great_western trains will get you between Bridgwater and Chatham from £175. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Great Western Rail
About
Great Western Railway is a train operating company in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London Paddington to the West of England, South Wales and the Cotswolds. It also operates services from London Paddington to Oxford, Reading and Bristol. It offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, air conditioning and catering services. The most popular routes for Great Western Railway are London Paddington to Bristol, Reading and Oxford.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 59m
Cheapest Price
£61
Great Western Rail frequency
6 a day
Luggage included
Two pieces of luggage and one piece of hand luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, dedicated luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar serving hot and cold drinks, snacks, sandwiches. First Class at-seat service on some routes
Seat reservation
Optional seat reservations available for a fee. Free in First Class
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
first_great_western
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 37m
Cheapest Price
£175
first_great_western frequency
12 a day
FAQs: Bridgwater to Chatham train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bridgwater to Chatham by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Chatham, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The cost of a train ticket from Bridgwater to Chatham can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £175, while the average price tends to be around £175.
The train journey from Bridgwater to Chatham covers a distance of 247 km and takes approximately 3h 37m. Trains run 6 per day.
The train distance from Bridgwater to Chatham is 247 km.
The first train from Bridgwater to Chatham leaves at 5:25.
The last train from Bridgwater to Chatham departs at 5:59.
Trains from Bridgwater to Chatham run approximately 6 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Bridgwater to Chatham.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Bridgwater to Chatham.
To travel from Bridgwater to Chatham, you can take a train.
There is no night train service from Bridgwater to Chatham.
The train station in Bridgwater that goes to Chatham is Bridgwater station (BWT), and it arrives at Chatham station (CTM).
The cheapest way to get from Bridgwater to Chatham is by train, costing approximately £175.
Booking trains from Bridgwater to Chatham in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Bridgwater to Chatham offers a mix of scenic views, especially as it passes through the Somerset countryside and parts of the Kent Downs, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. However, some urban and industrial areas along the route may be less picturesque.
A day trip from Bridgwater to Chatham is not feasible as the journey takes 3h 37m. However, there are 8 trains available per day for this route.
Spending around three to four days in Chatham is ideal to explore its maritime history, enjoy local attractions, and relax in its scenic surroundings.
Yes, you can take the train from Bridgwater to Chatham.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Bridgwater and Chatham
Bridgwater
Chatham
The major train station for departures in Bridgwater is Bridgwater. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Bridgwater for your trip from Bridgwater to Chatham.
Amenities at train station
Parking
Dining
Accessibility
WC
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:30 - 14:15 Saturday 06:30 - 14:15 Sunday Closed
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access note: Step-free category B3 station – “Some step-free access, may be in one direction only.”Platform 1 (Taunton bound) has step free access. Platform 2 (Bristol bound) has step free access, however, due to severe incline from train to platform, ramp assistance onto the train is not available. If you need assistance travelling from this platform, please speak to our Passenger Assist team on 0800 197 1329. Access between platforms are via local roads as Platform 2 can only be accessed via a footbridge on station. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- Toilets Location: Platform 2
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platforms 1 and 2
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Bridgwater
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Front of the station
The major train station for arrivals in Chatham is Chatham. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Chatham for your journey to Chatham from Bridgwater.
Amenities at train station
ShoppingParkingDining
ATMAccessibilityWC
Hotel
LoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Car Rental
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:50 - 20:00 Saturday 06:20 - 20:00 Sunday 07:10 - 19:00 Assistance/Help available from station staff from First to Last trains.
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Category B2. This station has a degree of step-free access to the platform, which may be in both directions or in one direction only - please check details - Step free access to platform 1 for services to London via ramp to car park. Step free access to platform 2 for services away from London via ramp from Railway Street. Step free interchange via road and steep paths is in excess of 250 metres. Step access between platforms available via the booking hall.
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available to book
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: In the booking hall
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: Monday - Sunday 24 Hours a Day Assistance/Help available from station staff from First to Last trains.
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- Toilets Location: Platform 1 & 2 - Available during staffing hours
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Platform 1&2 - Available during staffing hours
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: acessible toilet platform 2- Available during staffing hours
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: There are heated waiting rooms on platform 1 and 2 - Only available up to 8pm.
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: downside car park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point
- Helpline Contact: 0345 322 7021 or Text relay 18001 0345 322 7021 Freephone 0800 783 4524 or Text Relay 18001 0800 783 4524
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
Public transport options for Chatham
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus stop B in the bus interchange, to the right of the station entrance
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