The cheapest and fastest trains from Ashford to Chatham
Cheapest price
£15
Average price
£15
Fastest journey
1 h 30 m
Average duration
1 h 30 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
35 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Ashford to Chatham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Ashford to Chatham will cost around £15 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £15.
Of the 1 trains that leave Ashford for Chatham every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 35 km distance in an average of 1 h 30 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 30 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 30 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
5:301h30Ashford7:00Chatham£151One-way0 changes
5:301h30Ashford7:00Chatham£151One-way0 changes
Live departures
Ashford to Chatham train times
The table below shows live departures for Ashford to Chatham trains for tomorrow, Thursday 2 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 5:30 Ashford | 1h30 | 7:00 Chatham | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Ashford to Chatham
Trains from Ashford to Chatham run on average 10 times per day, taking around 51m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £6 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:18, the last at 22:40. The fastest train covers the 35 km distance in 1h 30m.
Distance 35 km |
Average train duration 51m |
Cheapest ticket price £6 |
Trains per day 10 |
Fastest train 1h 30m |
First train 4:18 |
Last train 22:40 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 14 days |
Train companies: Southeastern from Ashford to Chatham trainsSoutheastern trains will get you between Ashford and Chatham from £6. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Ashford to Chatham train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Ashford 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.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Ashford and Chatham
Most Ashford to Chatham trains use the Ashford International to Chatham station pair. Use this guide to compare Ashford and Chatham train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Ashford station do trains to Chatham leave from?
Getting to Ashford International from Ashford city centre
Ashford International train station facilities and services
Ashford International has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Ashford International.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Ashford International.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Ashford International. Information desks are 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.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Ashford International: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Ashford International: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Ashford International: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A. This station has step free access to all platforms - Access to all platforms and interchange via lifts and stairs, Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not wheelchair accessible, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available to book, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: These are located in the booking hall on the domestic side of the station. They are also located in the subway adjacent to the gateline on the international side of the station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Monday - Friday 24 Hours a Day Saturday 24 Hours a Day 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.
Which Chatham station do trains from Ashford arrive at?
Getting to Chatham from Chatham city centre
Chatham train station facilities and services
Chatham has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Chatham.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Chatham.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Chatham. Information desks are 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.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Chatham: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Chatham: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Chatham: 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.
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