York to Chatham by train

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Overview: trains from York to Chatham

Find the key information for travelling by train from York to Chatham, 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 22:25 View journey
Avg changes 1
Fastest journey 3hr 1m View journey
Distance (km) 307
Trains / day 46 View all
Cheapest journey US$114.50 View journey
Avg journey time 3hr 35m
Train operators 8

Explore York to Chatham by rail

Getting ready for a trip from York to Chatham aboard a local train? Here’s what you need to know — including departure times, fastest routes and ticket prices — about the trip.

Train ticket cost for journeys between York and Chatham

Just like airline tickets, train fares vary by the operator, the number of stops, the time of day you travel, how far in advance you book and more. When it comes to timing, while the cheapest tickets on this route are typically US$114.50, when booked a month in advance, tickets costs an average of , and when purchased a week in advance, tickets increase to .

How to find cheap train tickets

Booking early nearly always keeps more money in your pocket, but there are other ways to save big on tickets. Refer to our cheap train ticket guide to make sure you make the most out of your travel budget.

York to Chatham train times

Prepare for your journey with the following departure details. The earliest train running Monday through Friday from York to Chatham is at 04:40 and the last is at 22:25. The first train scheduled on Saturdays and Sundays is at 04:40 and the last one is at 21:35. You can expect 46 trains making this journey each day, with trains departing every 20 minutes.

Train duration for trips from York to Chatham

The swiftest journey time on this route is 3 hours and 1 minute, crossing a total distance of 307 kilometres.

When are tickets between York and Chatham available for purchase?

Tickets for trains between York and Chatham can be purchased 5 months before the departure date. Take advantage of the early-bird savings by booking as early as possible.

Learn more about train travel from York to Chatham

Refer to our help articles for more details and insights on train travel from York and beyond. Get ready for your visit with travel tips and inspiration in our Chatham city guide.

FAQs about the train journey from York to Chatham

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

The total journey from York to Chatham is 307 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.