Chatham to Birmingham by train

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Overview: trains from Chatham to Birmingham

Find the key information for travelling by train from Chatham to Birmingham, including journey times, fares and operators serving the route. Compare your options and plan the journey that works for you with Rail Europe.

First train 04:40 View journey
Last train 21:55 View journey
Avg changes 1
Fastest journey 2hr 37m View journey
Distance (km) 206
Trains / day 69 View all
Cheapest journey US$119.00 View journey
Avg journey time 2hr 58m
Train operators 8

Taking the train from Chatham to Birmingham

So you’re considering going from Chatham to Birmingham by train? To ensure you have the smoothest, most carefree travel, keep this page handy.

Cost of a train ticket between Chatham and Birmingham

The cheapest ticket price along this route is US$119.00. Fares naturally increase as the travel date approaches. A month out, expect prices run around , and a week out, fares can hit around on average. Tickets for this journey can be purchased 5 months in advance.

What’s included in the price of a European train ticket

When booking with Rail Europe, you will be prompted to choose the class of service before checking out. We will automatically select the most affordable option. Choosing a more elevated class will increase the cost, but also often includes a number of other perks like elaborate dining menus and extra space. It's good to know that many train operators do include luggage, Wi-Fi and other basic amenities at no extra cost. Seat reservations and meals often do incur a further cost. You can review the terms of service of each type of ticket at checkout.

Chatham to Birmingham departure timetable

On this route, 69 trains run daily, with the first one leaving Chatham at 05:24 and the last leaving at 21:55 during the week.

For weekend travel to Birmingham, the earliest departure is at 04:40 and the last one is at 21:55. You will find that departures along this journey occur every 7 minutes.

Chatham to Birmingham distance and train travel time

The total distance for this route is 206 kilometres, with the fastest trip taking 2 hours and 37 minutes.

When do tickets go on sale between Chatham and Birmingham?

You can start planning and booking your trip between Chatham and Birmingham 5 months before the departure date. Pro tip: buy your tickets as early as possible to save money.

More information on train travel from Chatham to Birmingham

Want to know more about train travel in Europe? Explore our help articles for guidance on booking, travel discounts, class of service and much more. Need some travel inspiration? Check out our Birmingham city guide to get you started.

FAQs about the train journey from Chatham to Birmingham

Want to know more about your journey from Chatham to Birmingham? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

The total journey from Chatham to Birmingham is 206 kilometres.

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Child and youth passengers

The definition of "Child" and "Youth" varies by country and operator. This is why we ask for the age of young passengers.

Sometimes children below a certain age can travel without a seat for free. If you want to guarantee a seat for child passengers, enter '6' as the age of the child.

Read more about child and youth passenger ages. See also youth discounts and railcards.