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Amersham Museum
Local museum in a 15th-century building, covering Amersham’s history, crafts, transport and changing town life.
Cheapest price
£39
Average price
£39
Fastest journey
2 h 20 m
Average duration
2 h 20 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
85 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Chatham to Amersham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Chatham to Amersham will cost around £39 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £39.
Of the 1 trains that leave Chatham for Amersham 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 85 km distance in an average of 2 h 20 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 20 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 20 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.


The table below shows live departures for Chatham to Amersham trains for tomorrow, Friday 21 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 8:35 Chatham | 2h20 | 10:55 Amersham | 0 changesdirect | |
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Take a train from Chatham to Amersham and enjoy the approximately 85 km long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
The earliest train runs at 05:43, the last at 07:32.
Distance 85 km |
Average train duration 1h 36m |
Trains per day 4 |
First train 5:43 |
Last train 7:32 |
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Discover the best of Amersham — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Amersham trip today.
Local museum in a 15th-century building, covering Amersham’s history, crafts, transport and changing town life.
Museum and art venue at a former country house with collections on the estate, furniture and changing exhibitions.
Contemporary art gallery showing changing exhibitions by established and emerging artists in Old Amersham.
Historic main street lined with period buildings, independent shops and coaching inns; ideal for a heritage walk.
Countryside reserve with meadows, woodland and riverside paths, popular for gentle walks and wildlife spotting.
Green valley landscape crossed by footpaths and lanes, offering attractive walking routes just beyond the old town.
A classic Buckinghamshire spread made with rabbit or hare and pork, baked in pastry. It reflects the county’s game-cooking tradition.
A traditional sweet bun from nearby Buckinghamshire, flavoured with lemon zest and topped with icing and a candied cherry.
An old English yeast bun enriched with lard, sugar and dried fruit. Popular across the Chilterns and long linked with local bakeries.
Country-house restaurant in Amersham with refined British dining and an elegant setting suited to a special meal.
Stylish brasserie in Old Amersham serving French-influenced dishes, steaks and set menus in a polished but relaxed atmosphere.
Well-known pub restaurant with modern British cooking, Sunday roasts and a lively yet traditional setting near the town centre.
Moderate for southern England. Dining and hotels cost more than in many UK towns, but rail links and everyday food remain manageable for most visitors.
Service is sometimes included in restaurants; if not, 10-12.5% is usual for good service. Taxis are often rounded up. Tipping in cafés is optional.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Chatham to Amersham 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 Amersham, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Chatham to Amersham trains use the Chatham to Amersham station pair. Use this guide to compare Chatham and Amersham train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like 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 options are available at Chatham.
ATMs are available at Chatham.
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.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Chatham: Parking, WC.
Available at Chatham: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
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.
Amersham is 1 km from Amersham city centre. Public transport options include:
Amersham has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Amersham.
Wi-Fi is available at Amersham.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Amersham: Parking, WC.
Available at Amersham: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Amersham: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: A lift is available to/from the northbound platform for Chiltern Railways trains towards Aylesbury and terminating Metropolitan line trains. Level access to/from the southbound platform for Chiltern Railways trains towards Marylebone and Metropolitan line trains starting at Amersham, Accessible taxis: Contact taxi operator directly, Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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