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Canterbury to Chatham Train Schedule
Trip Summary
11 trains operate daily from Canterbury to Chatham. The train trip from Canterbury to Chatham is usually about 53 minutes long. However, traveling on the fastest Southeastern train can get you there in as little as 45 minutes.
| Distance | 25 mi (40 km) |
| Fastest train | 0h 45m |
| Lowest price | $21.78 |
| Trains per day | 21 |
| Most frequent service | Southeastern |
| Train lines | 1 |
Which train should you take from Canterbury to Chatham?
Southeastern is the one and only train line which connects Canterbury to Chatham. However, there are 11 trains per day to choose from.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Southeastern | 11 | 0h 53m | $24.35 |
Southeastern is a rail franchise that operates passenger train services between central London and southeast England. The company's fleet of over 300 trains stops at 180 stations across London, Kent, and East Sussex, and standard and first-class fares are available. First-class passengers enjoy dedicated areas, larger seats, more legroom, and a quieter travel experience. Onboard restrooms are available for all passengers.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by train from Canterbury to Chatham
Trains departing from Canterbury to Chatham tend to have the most passengers on Thursday. With higher demand ticket prices also tend to be higher on Thursday. If you are trying to snag a cheap train tickets or just want an emptier train you'll have better luck by booking travel departing on Thursday as the least number of people tend to travel then.
The earliest train departs Canterbury at 5:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 5:00pm. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.
There are 11 scheduled trains on most days. 21 of these are direct connections to Chatham. While direct trains may still make stops along the way, you will not need to switch trains at any point. If you're looking to get to your destination faster, a direct train is the convenient and time-efficient choice.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Chatham to Canterbury.
City Information
Canterbury
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Roman-era walls surround Canterbury's medieval city center, so you know visiting will be like a blast from the past. Start by exploring the cathedrals and castles that represent the city's history, like the Canterbury Cathedral. Also, don't miss the medieval Westgate Towers Museum & Viewpoint, which combines education and big adventures in its historically-themed escape rooms.
If you're ready to enjoy the city's great outdoors, then head to the Barham and Adisham Walk, Beacon Hill Herne Bay, Belmont House and Gardens, or the Bigbury Camp. Wine connoisseurs will love swishing their wine glasses at several vineyards, breweries, and distilleries. You can drive to the scenic Chartham Vineyard or simply join a group brewery and distillery tour.
Canterbury is a very compact city, and most destinations within the city walls can be easily reached via a short walk. To travel to Canterbury, you can take a Southeastern train or a National Express bus.
Station Information
Where is the train station in Canterbury?
Main departure station: Adisham Station
There are two stations in Canterbury where you can board the train to Chatham.
All train stations in Canterbury:
Adisham Station
Canterbury East
Where is the train station in Chatham?
Main arrival station: Railway Street
Chatham has one train station.
All train stations in Chatham:
Railway Street
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