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Compare train for Chatham to Sheerness
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Chatham to Sheerness among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £12 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 6m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £12, while a train costs an average of £12.
Distance: 17 km
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Most popular Train | Driving |
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£12 Average Price Cheapest | £5 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 6m Average total duration Fastest 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 35m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Tickets start at around £12 compared to roughly £5 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-6.61. The journey takes 36m versus 35m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Chatham to Sheerness train times
The table below shows live departures for Chatham to Sheerness trains for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 7:26 Chatham | 0h44 | 8:10 Sheerness | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Chatham to Sheerness
Trains from Chatham to Sheerness run on average 6 times per day, taking around 36m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £8 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:43, the last at 23:01. The fastest train covers the 17 km distance in 30m.
Distance 17 km |
Average train duration 36m |
Cheapest ticket price £8 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 30m |
First train 5:43 |
Last train 23:01 |
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Low Season Jul - Sept |
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Train companies: Southeastern from Chatham to Sheerness trainsSoutheastern trains will get you between Chatham and Sheerness from £8. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Chatham to Sheerness train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Chatham to Sheerness 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 Sheerness, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Chatham and Sheerness
Most Chatham to Sheerness trains use the Chatham to Sheerness-on-Sea station pair. Use this guide to compare Chatham and Sheerness train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Chatham station do trains to Sheerness leave from?
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.
Which Sheerness station do trains from Chatham arrive at?
Getting to Sheerness-on-Sea from Sheerness city centre
Sheerness-on-Sea train station facilities and services
Sheerness-on-Sea has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Sheerness-on-Sea.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Sheerness-on-Sea. 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 Sheerness-on-Sea: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Sheerness-on-Sea: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Sheerness-on-Sea: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A. This station has step free access to all platforms - This is a terminal platform with only one platform in use and step free access available via the main and side entrances, 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: station forecourt, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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