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Swansea to Chatham train times
The table below shows live departures for Swansea to Chatham trains for today, Friday 5 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at 02:19
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 04:29 Swansea | 4h27 | 08:56 Chatham | 0 changesdirect | |
| 15:22 Swansea | 4h34 | 19:56 Chatham | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Swansea to Chatham
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Take a train from Swansea to Chatham and enjoy the approximately 311 km long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
The earliest train runs at 04:40, the last at 20:23.
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 311 km |
Average train duration 3h 57m |
Trains per day 5 |
First train 04:40 |
Last train 20:23 |
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
Train companies: Great Western Rail from Swansea to Chatham trainsGreat Western Rail trains will get you between Swansea and Chatham. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Great Western Rail
About
Great Western Railway is a train operating company in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London Paddington to the West of England, South Wales and the Cotswolds. It also operates services from London Paddington to Oxford, Reading and Bristol. It offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, air conditioning and catering services. The most popular routes for Great Western Railway are London Paddington to Bristol, Reading and Oxford.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 27m
Cheapest Price
£60
Great Western Rail frequency
5 a day
Luggage included
Two pieces of luggage and one piece of hand luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, dedicated luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar serving hot and cold drinks, snacks, sandwiches. First Class at-seat service on some routes
Seat reservation
Optional seat reservations available for a fee. Free in First Class
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
FAQs: Swansea to Chatham train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Swansea 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.
Spending around three to four days in Chatham is ideal to explore its maritime history, enjoy local attractions, and relax in its scenic surroundings.
Booking trains from Swansea to Chatham in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train distance from Swansea to Chatham is 311 km.
To travel from Swansea to Chatham, you can take a train.
The train station in Swansea that goes to Chatham is Swansea station (SWA), and it arrives at Chatham station (CTM).
The last train from Swansea to Chatham departs at 20:23.
The first train from Swansea to Chatham leaves at 4:40.
There is no night train service from Swansea to Chatham.
Trains from Swansea to Chatham run approximately 5 times per day.
The train journey from Swansea to Chatham offers varied scenery, including coastal views near Swansea, rolling hills, and countryside landscapes as you travel through parts of Wales and England. However, much of the route passes through urban and suburban areas, which may be less scenic.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Swansea to Chatham.
Yes, you can take the train from Swansea to Chatham.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Swansea to Chatham.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Swansea and Chatham
Swansea
Chatham
The major train station for departures in Swansea is Swansea. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Swansea for your trip from Swansea to Chatham.
Amenities at train station
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:15 - 20:00 Saturday 06:15 - 20:00 Sunday 08:00 - 20:00 Tickets requiring reservations: Mon-Sat 0910-1845
Parking
- Car Park: Mariners Road (until 30 April 2019). Thereafter please use the top level of Ivy Street (High Street) multistorey car park.
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A. Step free access to all platforms.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible public telephones: on concourse
- 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: No
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 1. The National key toilets are located on Platform 1; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located on Platform 1; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: On Platform 1
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Swansea
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Wait at the bus stops on High Street outside the station
The major train station for arrivals in Chatham is Chatham. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Chatham for your journey to Chatham from Swansea.
Amenities at train station
ShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotel
LoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike 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
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