The cheapest and fastest trains from Tonbridge to Chatham
Cheapest price
£13
Average price
£16
Fastest journey
51 m
Average duration
52 m
Trains per day
34
Distance
27 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Tonbridge to Chatham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Tonbridge to Chatham will cost around £16 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £13.
Of the 34 trains that leave Tonbridge for Chatham every day 7 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 27 km distance in an average of 52 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 51 m .
The slowest trains will take 53 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.
5:040h51Tonbridge5:55Chatham£131One-way0 changes
5:510h59Tonbridge6:50Chatham£131One-way0 changes
8:370h53Tonbridge9:30Chatham£131One-way0 changes
9:050h53Tonbridge9:58Chatham£131One-way0 changes
16:030h53Tonbridge16:56Chatham£131One-way0 changes
5:040h51Tonbridge5:55Chatham£131One-way0 changes
22:370h52Tonbridge23:29Chatham£131One-way0 changes
8:370h53Tonbridge9:30Chatham£131One-way0 changes
9:050h53Tonbridge9:58Chatham£131One-way0 changes
16:030h53Tonbridge16:56Chatham£131One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Tonbridge to Chatham
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Tonbridge to Chatham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 58m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £6, and a train costs an average of £13.
Distance: 27 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£16 Average Price | £6 Average Price Cheapest |
1h 28m Average total duration Fastest 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 15m Average total duration 1h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Tonbridge to Chatham train times
The table below shows live departures for Tonbridge to Chatham trains for today, Wednesday 1 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 22:37 Tonbridge | 0h52 | 23:29 Chatham | 0 changesdirect | |
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![]() | 5:04 Tonbridge | 0h51 | 5:55 Chatham | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 5:51 Tonbridge | 0h59 | 6:50 Chatham | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 6:16 Tonbridge | 1h08 | 7:24 Chatham | 1 change | |
![]() | 7:12 Tonbridge | 1h12 | 8:24 Chatham | 1 change | |
![]() | 7:49 Tonbridge | 1h01 | 8:50 Chatham | 1 change | |
![]() | 8:37 Tonbridge | 0h53 | 9:30 Chatham | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 9:05 Tonbridge | 0h53 | 9:58 Chatham | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 9:20 Tonbridge | 1h00 | 10:20 Chatham | 1 change | |
![]() | 9:49 Tonbridge | 1h01 | 10:50 Chatham | 1 change | |
![]() | 10:17 Tonbridge | 1h03 | 11:20 Chatham | 1 change | |
![]() | 10:47 Tonbridge | 1h03 | 11:50 Chatham | 1 change | |
![]() | 11:17 Tonbridge | 1h03 | 12:20 Chatham | 1 change | |
![]() | 11:48 Tonbridge | 1h02 | 12:50 Chatham | 1 change | |
![]() | 12:17 Tonbridge | 1h03 | 13:20 Chatham | 1 change | |
![]() | 12:47 Tonbridge | 1h03 | 13:50 Chatham | 1 change | |
![]() | 13:17 Tonbridge | 1h03 | 14:20 Chatham | 1 change | |
![]() | 13:47 Tonbridge | 1h03 | 14:50 Chatham | 1 change | |
![]() | 14:17 Tonbridge | 1h03 | 15:20 Chatham | 1 change | |
![]() | 14:47 Tonbridge | 1h03 | 15:50 Chatham | 1 change | |
![]() | 15:17 Tonbridge | 1h03 | 16:20 Chatham | 1 change | |
![]() | 16:03 Tonbridge | 0h53 | 16:56 Chatham | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 16:18 Tonbridge | 1h02 | 17:20 Chatham | 1 change | |
![]() | 17:03 Tonbridge | 0h53 | 17:56 Chatham | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 17:17 Tonbridge | 1h03 | 18:20 Chatham | 1 change | |
![]() | 17:48 Tonbridge | 1h05 | 18:53 Chatham | 1 change | |
![]() | 18:20 Tonbridge | 1h03 | 19:23 Chatham | 1 change | |
![]() | 18:50 Tonbridge | 1h02 | 19:52 Chatham | 1 change | |
![]() | 19:20 Tonbridge | 1h02 | 20:22 Chatham | 1 change | |
![]() | 19:50 Tonbridge | 1h00 | 20:50 Chatham | 1 change | |
![]() | 20:17 Tonbridge | 1h03 | 21:20 Chatham | 1 change | |
![]() | 20:48 Tonbridge | 1h02 | 21:50 Chatham | 1 change | |
![]() | 21:17 Tonbridge | 1h03 | 22:20 Chatham | 1 change | |
![]() | 21:48 Tonbridge | 1h02 | 22:50 Chatham | 1 change | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Tonbridge to Chatham
Trains from Tonbridge to Chatham run on average 7 times per day, taking around 58m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £13 but you can travel from only £6 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:06, the last at 23:17. The fastest train covers the 27 km distance in 51m.
Distance 27 km |
Average train duration 58m |
Cheapest ticket price £13 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 51m |
First train 4:06 |
Last train 23:17 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: Southeastern from Tonbridge to Chatham trainsSoutheastern trains will get you between Tonbridge and Chatham from £6. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Tonbridge to Chatham train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Tonbridge 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.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Tonbridge and Chatham
Most Tonbridge to Chatham trains use the Tonbridge to Chatham station pair. Use this guide to compare Tonbridge and Chatham train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Tonbridge station do trains to Chatham leave from?
Getting to Tonbridge from Tonbridge city centre
Tonbridge train station facilities and services
Tonbridge has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Tonbridge.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Tonbridge.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Tonbridge. 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 Tonbridge: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Tonbridge: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Tonbridge: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A. This station has step free access to all platforms - Step free access to the booking hall from Railway Approach Road. Steps and step free access via lifts down to all platforms from the booking hall. Step free access from the blue badge parking in Barden Road direct to platform 3 and 4 for services away from London. Step free access via the station overbridge and lifts to platforms 1 and 2 for services towards London, Redhill ( for Gatwick) and Tunbridge Wells, 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: booking hall, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Monday - Sunday 24 Hours a Day Assistance is available from this station from First to Last trains, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Which Chatham station do trains from Tonbridge arrive at?
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.
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