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Journey information
Overview: Train from Chatham to Rye
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Take a train from Chatham to Rye and enjoy the approximately 50 km long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
The earliest train runs at 05:44, the last at 22:48.
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 50 km |
Trains per day 7 |
First train 5:44 |
Last train 22:48 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
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
FAQs: Chatham to Rye train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Chatham to Rye 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 Rye, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The train distance from Chatham to Rye is 50 km.
The first train from Chatham to Rye leaves at 5:44.
The last train from Chatham to Rye departs at 22:48.
Trains from Chatham to Rye run approximately 7 times per day.
To travel from Chatham to Rye, you can take a .
There is no night train service from Chatham to Rye.
The train station in Chatham that goes to Rye is Chatham station (CTM), and it arrives at Rye station (RYE).
Booking trains from Chatham to Rye in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Chatham to Rye offers picturesque views of the Kent countryside, with charming villages and rolling landscapes enriching the experience.
In Rye, you can enjoy a day at Camber Sands with its expansive sandy dunes and coastal views, explore the Rye Harbour Nature Reserve with diverse wildlife and scenic walking trails, and visit the Rye Art Gallery for contemporary and traditional art exhibitions. The Rye Market offers local produce and crafts, and you can take a guided ghost tour to uncover spooky tales and legends. For sights, visit the Rye Castle Museum, stroll down picturesque Mermaid Street, explore St. Mary's Church with panoramic views from the clock tower, see the 16th-century Camber Castle, and visit the historic Lamb House.
Two to three days are generally sufficient to explore Rye's charming medieval streets, visit historical sites like Rye Castle, and enjoy the local cafes and shops.
Currently, there is no direct train service available from Chatham to Rye.
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Important Stations and Airports in Chatham and Rye
Chatham
Rye
The major train station for departures in Chatham is Chatham. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Chatham for your trip from Chatham to Rye.
Amenities at train station
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Car Rental
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:50 - 20:00 Saturday 06:20 - 20:00 Sunday 07:10 - 19:00 Assistance/Help available from station staff from First to Last trains.
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- 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
WC
- Toilets Location: Platform 1 & 2 - Available during staffing hours
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Platform 1&2 - Available during staffing hours
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: acessible toilet platform 2- Available during staffing hours
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: There are heated waiting rooms on platform 1 and 2 - Only available up to 8pm
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: downside car park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- 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
Public transport options for Chatham
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus stop B in the bus interchange, to the right of the station entrance
The major train station for arrivals in Rye is Rye. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Rye for your journey to Rye from Chatham.
Amenities at train station
ParkingDining
TaxisAccessibilityHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday 05:40 - 19:05 Sunday 08:10 - 15:45
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Taxis
- Taxi: YES
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category B2 station Step-free access to both platforms via separate entrances. Long access route between platforms via a car park, street and level crossing (over 400m length). Assistance Meeting Point is at the station front. This station doesn't have tactile surfaces along all platform edges. Please pay attention to where the platform surface changes from smooth to paved or contact us for assistance
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All Southern ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: There is a heated waiting room in the booking hall and shelters on both platforms
Bike Parking
- Storage location: Station front
- Storage CCTV: Yes
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