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The cheapest and fastest trains from Derby to Chatham

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 20 Oct

Cheapest price on 20 Oct

£92

Average ticket price on 20 Oct

£92

Fastest journey on 20 Oct

2 h 58 m

Average journey duration on 20 Oct

2 h 58 m

Trains on 20 Oct

Distance

219 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Derby to Chatham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Derby to Chatham will cost around £92 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £92.

Fast trains

On Tue 20 Oct, we found 1 trains from Derby to Chatham, including 1 direct services.

These direct trains cover the 219 km distance in an average of 2 h 58 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 58 m .

The slowest trains will take 2 h 58 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.

8:322h58
Derby
11:30Chatham
£921One-way
0 changes

Journey information

Overview: Train from Derby to Chatham

United Kingdom

Take a train from Derby to Chatham and enjoy the approximately 219 km long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.

The earliest train runs at 04:41, the last at 22:28.

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

219 km

First train

4:41

Last train

22:28

Cheapest Month

Oct

Cheapest Day

Sat

High Season

Jul - Sept

Low Season

Apr - Jun

Busiest Day

Tue

Least Busy Day

Tue

Best time to book

14 days

Price information

Live departures

Derby to Chatham train times

The table below shows live departures for Derby to Chatham trains for today, Monday 19 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Changes
	5:30 Derby	2h30	8:00 Chatham	1 change
	6:02 Derby	2h38	8:40 Chatham	1 change
	6:28 Derby	2h32	9:00 Chatham	1 change
	7:05 Derby	2h33	9:38 Chatham	1 change
	7:32 Derby	2h28	10:00 Chatham	1 change
	8:06 Derby	2h24	10:30 Chatham	1 change
	8:32 Derby	2h28	11:00 Chatham	1 change
	9:08 Derby	2h22	11:30 Chatham	1 change
	9:32 Derby	2h28	12:00 Chatham	1 change
	10:08 Derby	2h22	12:30 Chatham	1 change
	10:32 Derby	2h28	13:00 Chatham	1 change
	11:08 Derby	2h22	13:30 Chatham	1 change
	11:32 Derby	2h28	14:00 Chatham	1 change
	12:09 Derby	2h21	14:30 Chatham	1 change
	12:32 Derby	2h28	15:00 Chatham	1 change
	13:08 Derby	2h22	15:30 Chatham	1 change
	13:32 Derby	2h28	16:00 Chatham	1 change
	14:08 Derby	2h22	16:30 Chatham	1 change
	14:32 Derby	2h28	17:00 Chatham	1 change
	15:08 Derby	2h22	17:30 Chatham	1 change
	15:32 Derby	2h37	18:09 Chatham	1 change
	16:08 Derby	2h31	18:39 Chatham	1 change
	16:32 Derby	2h37	19:09 Chatham	1 change
	17:08 Derby	2h31	19:39 Chatham	1 change
	17:34 Derby	2h26	20:00 Chatham	1 change
	18:09 Derby	2h21	20:30 Chatham	1 change
	18:32 Derby	2h28	21:00 Chatham	1 change
	19:09 Derby	2h24	21:33 Chatham	1 change
	19:32 Derby	2h28	22:00 Chatham	1 change
	20:09 Derby	2h21	22:30 Chatham	1 change
	20:32 Derby	2h28	23:00 Chatham	1 change
	21:32 Derby	2h29	0:01 Chatham	1 change
	22:20 Derby	8h40	7:00 Chatham	1 change
This is the last train of the day.

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Average east_midlands_trains Duration

2h 21m

Cheapest east_midlands_trains Price

£80

east_midlands_trains frequency

16 a day

Complete guide to Chatham

Things to do in Chatham

Discover the best of Chatham — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Chatham trip today.

Must visit

The Historic Dockyard Chatham

Large maritime museum at the Historic Dockyard with warships, galleries and dockyard buildings that explain Chatham's naval past.

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Recommended

Royal Engineers Museum

Museum in a former dockyard ropery and foundry complex, showing Royal Engineers history through vehicles, medals and exhibitions.

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Guildhall Museum

Small local museum covering Medway life, Chatham's development and Charles Dickens connections through compact changing displays.

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Pound sterling (£)

Moderate for south-east England. Hotels and dining cost more than many UK towns, but local transport and casual meals stay fairly manageable for visitors.

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: £50+ per person for upscale dining.
Coffee: £2.80-4 for a cappuccino.

Tipping culture

Restaurants: 10-12.5% if service is not included. Taxis: round up or add about 10%. Cafés and pubs: tipping is optional, though small change is appreciated.

FAQs: Derby to Chatham train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Derby 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.

The train distance from Derby to Chatham is 219 km.

The first train from Derby to Chatham leaves at 4:41.

The last train from Derby to Chatham departs at 22:28.

Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Derby to Chatham.

Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Derby to Chatham.

There is no night train service from Derby to Chatham.

Booking trains from Derby to Chatham in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.

The train journey from Derby to Chatham offers a mix of urban and rural landscapes. Travellers can enjoy views of the rolling countryside, quaint villages, and the industrial architecture typical of the Midlands, though it may not be renowned as one of the most scenic routes in the UK.

Yes, you can take the train from Derby to Chatham.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Derby and Chatham

Most Derby to Chatham trains use the Derby to Chatham station pair. Use this guide to compare Derby and Chatham train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Derby

Arrival train stations in Chatham

Which Derby station do trains to Chatham leave from?

Trains from Derby to Chatham leave from Derby. The station is 1 km from Derby city centre at Derby station, Railway Terrace, Derby, Derbyshire, DE1 2RU.

DerbyDerby station, Railway Terrace, Derby, Derbyshire, DE1 2RU+44 3457125678 Shopping

City-centre transport

Getting to Derby from Derby city centre

Derby is 1 km from Derby city centre. Public transport options include:

Bus70A · 4m

Sky · 4m · £2 · every ~14 min

U1, Dp1 · 10m · £1 · every ~2 min

Derby train station facilities and services

Derby has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Car Rental.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at Derby.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

ATMs are available at Derby.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Derby.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Derby: Parking, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Derby: Bike Parking, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Derby: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A step free station. This station has step free access. There are lifts to all platforms. There is a subway to platforms 2,3,4 and 5. Platforms 6 and 7 are accessed by lift only. This station has tactile paving at the edges of all platforms and at the foot and top of stairwells, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.

More about Derby

Which Chatham station do trains from Derby arrive at?

Trains from Derby to Chatham arrive at Chatham. Chatham is from Chatham city centre.

ChathamChatham station, Railway Street, Chatham, Kent, ME4 6PN+44 3303339232 Shopping

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.