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Overview: Train from Chatham to Liverpool
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Chatham to Liverpool run on average 7 times per day, taking around 3h 19m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £56 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:25, the last at 20:28. The fastest train covers the 328 km distance in 2h 57m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance 328 km |
Average train duration 3h 19m |
Cheapest ticket price £56 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 2h 57m |
First train 5:25 |
Last train 20:28 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Best time to book 1 day |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Frequently asked questions about your Chatham to Liverpool trip
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Chatham to Liverpool.
The cost of a train ticket from Chatham to Liverpool can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £56, while the average price tends to be around £90.
The train journey from Chatham to Liverpool covers a distance of 328 km and takes approximately 2h 57m. Trains run 7 per day.
The train distance from Chatham to Liverpool is 328 km.
The first train from Chatham to Liverpool leaves at 5:25.
The last train from Chatham to Liverpool departs at 20:28.
Trains from Chatham to Liverpool run approximately 7 times per day.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Chatham to Liverpool.
Live departures
Chatham to Liverpool train times
The table below shows live departures for Chatham to Liverpool trains for today, Monday 2 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 W34073+ P85102+ Tube from London St Pancras International to London Euston | Delayed 7:43 6:24Chatham station (CTM) | 3h39 | 10:03 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2 changes | |
| W33983+P86108+Tube from London Victoria to London Euston | Delayed 8:07 6:34Chatham station (CTM) | 3h49 | 10:23 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2 changes | |
W34254+ G38516+P85317+Tube from London St Pancras International to London Euston | Delayed 8:30 6:54Chatham station (CTM) | 4h05 | 10:59 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 4 changes | |
| W33930+P85105+Tube from London St Pancras International to London Euston | Delayed 8:43 7:24Chatham station (CTM) | 3h40 | 11:04 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2 changes | |
| C01305+P86115+Tube from London Victoria to London Euston | 7:30 Chatham station (CTM) | 4h05 | 11:35 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2 changes | |
 C18582+W33912+G38518+Tube from Tottenham Court Road (Elizabeth line) to London Euston | On time 7:40 Chatham station (CTM) | 4h19 | 11:59 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 5 changes | |
W33912+G38518+P85111+ C24952 | Delayed 9:30 7:54Chatham station (CTM) | 4h05 | 11:59 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 4 changes | |
| W34237+P85323+Tube from London St Pancras International to London Euston | Delayed 9:43 8:28Chatham station (CTM) | 3h36 | 12:04 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2 changes | |
| W33916+P86125_P86126+Tube from London Victoria to London Euston | Delayed 10:07 8:35Chatham station (CTM) | 3h48 | 12:23 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2 changes | |
| W34033+G38520+P85326+C24954 | Delayed 10:30 8:58Chatham station (CTM) | 4h01 | 12:59 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 4 changes | |
| W34264+P86130_P86131+Tube from London Victoria to London Euston | Delayed 10:43 9:02Chatham station (CTM) | 4h02 | 13:04 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2 changes | |
| W33898+P85330+Tube from London St Pancras International to London Euston | 9:28 Chatham station (CTM) | 3h55 | 13:23 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2 changes | |
| W33898+P86136_P86137+Tube from London Victoria to London Euston | 9:35 Chatham station (CTM) | 3h48 | 13:23 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2 changes | |
| W34016+G38523+G15907+P85331 | Delayed 11:30 9:58Chatham station (CTM) | 4h01 | 13:59 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 4 changes | |
| W34243+P86141_P86142+Tube from London Victoria to London Euston | 10:02 Chatham station (CTM) | 4h02 | 14:04 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2 changes | |
W34122+P86148+Tube from London Victoria to London Euston+ C17778 | On time 10:35 Chatham station (CTM) | 4h12 | 14:47 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3 changes | |
| W34187+G38525+P85335+Tube from London St Pancras International to London Euston | Delayed 12:30 10:58Chatham station (CTM) | 4h01 | 14:59 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 4 changes | |
| W34035+Tube from London St Pancras International to London Euston+P85131 | Delayed 12:43 11:28Chatham station (CTM) | 3h36 | 15:04 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2 changes | |
| W33996+P86154+Tube from London Victoria to London Euston | 11:35 Chatham station (CTM) | 3h48 | 15:23 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2 changes | |
| W34007+G38527+P85339+Tube from London St Pancras International to London Euston | On time 11:58 Chatham station (CTM) | 4h01 | 15:59 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 4 changes | |
| W34099+P85137+Tube from London St Pancras International to London Euston | Delayed 13:43 12:28Chatham station (CTM) | 3h36 | 16:04 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2 changes | |
| W34211+P86161+Tube from London Victoria to London Euston+C17781 | Delayed 14:02 12:35Chatham station (CTM) | 4h07 | 16:42 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3 changes | |
| W34069+G38529+P85343+Tube from London St Pancras International to London Euston | Delayed 14:30 12:58Chatham station (CTM) | 4h01 | 16:59 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 4 changes | |
| W34103+P85144+Tube from London St Pancras International to London Euston | Delayed 14:43 13:28Chatham station (CTM) | 3h36 | 17:04 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2 changes | |
| W33918+P86168+Tube from London Victoria to London Euston | Delayed 15:07 13:35Chatham station (CTM) | 3h48 | 17:23 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2 changes | |
| W34082+G38531+P85345+Tube from London St Pancras International to London Euston | 13:58 Chatham station (CTM) | 4h01 | 17:59 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 4 changes | |
| W34215+P86171+Tube from London Victoria to London Euston | Delayed 15:43 14:02Chatham station (CTM) | 4h02 | 18:04 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2 changes | |
| W34223+P86175+Tube from London Victoria to London Euston | Delayed 16:07 14:35Chatham station (CTM) | 4h00 | 18:35 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2 changes | |
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Avanti West Coast
About
Avanti West Coast is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates high-speed trains between London and major cities in the UK, including Birmingham, Manchester, Liverpool, Glasgow and Edinburgh. The company offers a range of ticket types, including Standard, First Class and Advance tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drinks. The most popular routes for Avanti West Coast are London to Birmingham, London to Manchester and London to Glasgow. The company operates a fleet of Pendolino and Super Voyager trains, which offer a smooth and comfortable journey.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Avanti West Coast Duration
2h 57m
Cheapest Avanti West Coast Price
£56
Avanti West Coast frequency
7 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 small item included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation policies depend on ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
First Class: Complimentary meals and drinks. Standard Class: Onboard shop with drinks and snacks
Seat reservation
First Class: Included in ticket price. Standard Class: Optional reservation for £8-12
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and assistance for boarding/alighting available
Pets
Small pets free in carriers. Dogs £30 per single journey. Guide dogs free
Quiet zone
Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Chatham and Liverpool
Review the details behind your booking, from operators and ticket rules to luggage, onboard amenities, accessibility, and route-specific travel policies.
Yes, there is a high-speed train service from Chatham to Liverpool.
There is no night train service from Chatham to Liverpool.
Complete guide to Liverpool
Things to do in Liverpool
Discover the best of Liverpool — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Liverpool trip today.
- Must visit
World Museum
An extensive museum of archaeology, world cultures and natural history, known for varied displays and free family visits.
- Recommended
Tate Liverpool
A waterfront gallery with British art, decorative works and changing exhibitions in a landmark dockside building.
- Must visit
Royal Albert Dock Liverpool
Liverpool’s revived dock complex with museums, waterfront walks, historic warehouses and some of the city’s best views.
- Recommended
Ropewalks
A compact central quarter known for independent shops, street art, music venues and a lively creative atmosphere.
- Recommended
Hope Street
A broad Georgian street lined with cultural venues, gardens and major civic buildings, ideal for a scenic walk.
- Gluten-free
Scouse
A hearty beef stew with root vegetables, long linked to Liverpool’s dockworkers and home cooking. It is one of the city’s best-known traditional dishes.
- Gluten-free
Blind Scouse
A lighter local variation of scouse made with lamb or mutton, potatoes and vegetables. It reflects older Liverpool home-style cooking traditions.
- Vegetarian
Wet Nelly
A local bakery favourite made from leftover cake pieces bound with sweet filling and covered in icing or chocolate. It is strongly associated with Liverpool bakeries.
Roski
Refined modern British tasting menus in an intimate, polished setting. A strong choice for a special meal in central Liverpool.
Ma Boyle's
Historic pub famed for serving traditional scouse and classic British comfort food in a busy, characterful city-centre setting.
The London Carriage Works
Long-established seafood restaurant known for fresh fish, shellfish and a smart but relaxed dining room near the waterfront.
Pound sterling (£)
Moderate for the UK. Hotels and dining are usually cheaper than London, while buses, trains and attractions can still add up in peak periods.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- £8-12 for fast food or a simple meal.
- Mid-range
- £18-30 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- £60+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- £3-4 for a cappuccino.
Tipping culture
Service is sometimes included in restaurants; otherwise tip about 10%. Taxi fares are often rounded up. Tipping in cafés is optional, usually just small change.
Merseytravel
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Prices
- Single ticket
- £2.00
- Day pass
- £6.80
To the city centre
Liverpool Lime Street Station -> Liverpool ONE Bus Station, Liverpool
- Distance
- 1 km
- Travel time
- 10 min
- Saveaway is an off-peak day ticket only. It is not valid for journeys starting between 06:31 and 09:29 on Mondays to Fridays.
- Saveaway can be bought with cash, credit or debit card. Merseytravel also states MetroCard tickets can be bought on board Arriva or Stagecoach buses.
Plan your visit to Liverpool
Get destination-focused answers for the end of your trip, including what to do, when to go, practical entry details, and tips for making the most of your time in Liverpool.
The train journey from Chatham to Liverpool offers a mix of urban and countryside views. As you travel, you may see the picturesque landscapes of the Kent Downs, rolling hills, and charming villages, although much of the journey also includes urban and suburban areas, which might not be as scenic.
FAQs: Chatham to Liverpool train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Chatham to Liverpool 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 Liverpool, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Booking trains from Chatham to Liverpool in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
Yes, you can take the train from Chatham to Liverpool.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Chatham and Liverpool
Most Chatham to Liverpool trains use the Chatham to Liverpool Lime Street station pair, with some services arriving at Liverpool James Street. Use this guide to compare Chatham and Liverpool train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Departure train stations in Chatham
Arrival train stations in Liverpool
Which Chatham station do trains to Liverpool leave from?
Trains from Chatham to Liverpool leave from Chatham. The station is from Chatham city centre at Chatham station, Railway Street, Chatham, Kent, ME4 6PN.
ChathamChatham station, Railway Street, Chatham, Kent, ME4 6PN+44 3303339232
City-centre transport
Getting to Chatham from Chatham city centre
Location for Rail Replacement ServicesBus stop B in the bus interchange, to the right of the station entrance
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.
Liverpool Lime StreetLime St, Liverpool L1 1JD, United Kingdom+44 3457114141
City-centre transport
Getting to Liverpool Lime Street from Liverpool city centre
Suburban train linesWirral Line (green)
Bus lines9, 10, 61, 82, 79, 86C, 500
Train linesNorthern, West Midlands, TransPennine Express, East Midlands, Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales, London Northwestern
Location for Rail Replacement ServicesRail replacement services depart at the Bus stop on Skelhorne Street, near the Tesco Express. L3 5GA.
Liverpool Lime Street train station facilities and services
Liverpool Lime Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Caffè Nero, Costa Coffee, Upper Crust, Starbucks, JD Wetherspoon
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free public Wi-Fi available. ATMs are located near Platform 7.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:38, Sun: 07:15 - 23:05. Information desks are located in the main concourse.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is the Excess Baggage Co. lockers and staffed luggage storage counter are located in the main concourse near the escalators across from Platform 6. Open daily 08:00 to 21:00. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Liverpool Lime Street: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Liverpool Lime Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Liverpool Lime Street: Full wheelchair access throughout the station, with help points at the Skelhorne Street entrance and at customer information desk in the main concourse.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Pembroke Studios, Riley’s Rooms, Holiday Inn Liverpool City Center.
Liverpool James StreetLiverpool James Street station, James Street, Liverpool, Merseyside, L2 7PQ
City-centre transport
Getting to Liverpool James Street from Liverpool city centre
Liverpool James Street is 1 km from Liverpool city centre. Public transport options include:
TrainWest Kirby - West Kirby, Chester - Chester, Hooton - Chester, Ellesmere Port - Birkenhead Hamilton Square, Rock Ferry - West Kirby, Rock Ferry - Ellesmere Port, Ellesmere Port - Ellesmere Port, New Brighton - New Brighton, Moorfields - Chester, Ellesmere Port - Chester, Hooton - Ellesmere Port, Birkenhead Hamilton Square - West Kirby · 3m · £1 · every ~22 min
Bus10A · 8m · £4 · every ~25 min
838 · 13m
Liverpool James Street train station facilities and services
Liverpool James Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, 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 Liverpool James Street.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Liverpool James Street. ATMs are available at Liverpool James Street.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Liverpool James Street. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0151 555 1111, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Liverpool James Street: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Liverpool James Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Liverpool James Street: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A: “This station has step free access to all platforms / the platform”The Ticket Office is step free via James Street only and platforms can be accessed via lifts, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Train stations for Chatham to Liverpool
Check train stations information for Chatham and Liverpool, including where trains depart and arrive on this route.
The train station in Chatham that goes to Liverpool is Chatham, and it arrives at Liverpool Lime Street.
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