The average train between Chester and Chatham takes 3h 3m and the fastest train takes 2h 55m. The train service runs several times per day from Chester to Chatham. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 2 hours between Chester and Chatham. The earliest departure is at 6:24 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Chester is at 5:31 PM which arrives into Chatham at 8:30 PM. All services require a transfer at London Euston and take an average of 3h 3m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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Want to know about travelling from Chester to Chatham? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Chester to Chatham. However, there are services departing from Chester station and arriving at Chatham station via London Euston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 3m.
Chester to Chatham train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Chester station.
Chester to Chatham train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Chatham station.
Book your Chester to Chatham train tickets online with Avanti West Coast and Southeastern.
The distance between Chester and Chatham is 307.7 km. The road distance is 341 km.
You can take a train from Chester to Chatham via London Euston and London St Pancras Intl in around 3h 10m.