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Trains from London Waterloo East (WAE) to Chatham (CTM)

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94

train journeys
per day

28

miles (45 kms)

0hrs 54 mins

fastest journey

00:09 / 00:25

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 3 changes)

2

operators run

11

routes

Trains from London Waterloo East (WAE) to Chatham (CTM)

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On a typical weekday there are 94 scheduled rail journeys between London Waterloo East and Chatham , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 94 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from London Waterloo East to Chatham is approximately 28 miles (45 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 1hrs 22 mins.

Thameslink, Southeastern are the main train operating companies running services between London Waterloo East and Chatham.

There are 11 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being London Waterloo East to Chatham. The fastest journey time on this route takes 0hrs 54 mins.

Map of the rail routes from London Waterloo East to Chatham

Journeys from London Waterloo East to Chatham Today

  • Mon 23rd Sep
    00:09
    5 hrs 26 mins1 change
    05:35
    London Waterloo East
    Chatham
    London Waterloo East to Chatham
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    00:53
    5 hrs 42 mins2 changes
    06:35
    London Waterloo East
    Chatham
    London Waterloo East to Chatham
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    05:23
    1 hrs 37 mins1 change
    07:00
    London Waterloo East
    Chatham
    London Waterloo East to Chatham
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    05:28
    1 hrs 37 mins1 change
    07:05
    London Waterloo East
    Chatham
    London Waterloo East to Chatham
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    06:00
    1 hrs 22 mins2 changes
    07:22
    London Waterloo East
    Chatham
    London Waterloo East to Chatham
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    06:04
    1 hrs 31 mins1 change
    07:35
    London Waterloo East
    Chatham
    London Waterloo East to Chatham
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    06:09
    1 hrs 38 mins2 changes
    07:47
    London Waterloo East
    Chatham
    London Waterloo East to Chatham
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    06:42
    1 hrs 12 mins3 changes
    07:54
    London Waterloo East
    Chatham
    London Waterloo East to Chatham
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    06:44
    1 hrs 32 mins2 changes
    08:16
    London Waterloo East
    Chatham
    London Waterloo East to Chatham
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    07:02
    1 hrs 23 mins2 changes - overtaken train
    08:25
    London Waterloo East
    Chatham
    London Waterloo East to Chatham
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    07:12
    1 hrs 13 mins3 changes
    08:25
    London Waterloo East
    Chatham
    London Waterloo East to Chatham
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    07:32
    1 hrs 14 mins1 change
    08:46
    London Waterloo East
    Chatham
    London Waterloo East to Chatham
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    07:32
    1 hrs 24 mins2 changes - overtaken train
    08:56
    London Waterloo East
    Chatham
    London Waterloo East to Chatham
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    07:42
    1 hrs 14 mins3 changes
    08:56
    London Waterloo East
    Chatham
    London Waterloo East to Chatham
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    07:46
    1 hrs 30 mins2 changes
    09:16
    London Waterloo East
    Chatham
    London Waterloo East to Chatham
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    07:59
    1 hrs 25 mins2 changes - overtaken train
    09:24
    London Waterloo East
    Chatham
    London Waterloo East to Chatham
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    08:01
    1 hrs 23 mins2 changes - overtaken train
    09:24
    London Waterloo East
    Chatham
    London Waterloo East to Chatham
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    08:03
    1 hrs 21 mins2 changes - overtaken train
    09:24
    London Waterloo East
    Chatham
    London Waterloo East to Chatham
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    08:09
    1 hrs 15 mins3 changes
    09:24
    London Waterloo East
    Chatham
    London Waterloo East to Chatham
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    08:31
    1 hrs 15 mins1 change
    09:46
    London Waterloo East
    Chatham
    London Waterloo East to Chatham

About London Waterloo East Station

Station name London Waterloo East (WAE)
AddressLondon Waterloo East station, Sandell Street, London, SE1 8NH
Managed bySE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours
Ticket on DepartureAvailable
From Ticket MachinesYes
From ticket officeNo

Other Facilities

ToiletsAvailable
Baby changeAvailable
ShowersUnavailable
Waiting RoomAvailable
WiFiUnavailable
ATM MachineUnavailable

About Chatham Station

Station name Chatham (CTM)
AddressChatham station, Railway Street, Chatham, Kent, ME4 6PN
Managed bySE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office HoursMonday to Friday 05:50 - 20:00
Saturday 06:20 - 20:00
Sunday 07:10 - 19:00
Ticket on DepartureAvailable
From Ticket MachinesYes
From ticket officeYes

Other Facilities

ToiletsAvailable
Baby changeAvailable
ShowersUnavailable
Waiting RoomAvailable
WiFiUnavailable
ATM MachineAvailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between London Waterloo East and Chatham

The travel time between London Waterloo East and Chatham by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 1hrs 22 mins & the fastest journey takes 0hrs 54 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between London Waterloo East and Chatham vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 94 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 00:09, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:25.

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Amenities on trains between London Waterloo East and Chatham can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between London Waterloo East & Chatham. owever, there are 94 possible journeys which require a change.

Thameslink, Southeastern are the main train operating companies running services between London Waterloo East and Chatham.

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between London Waterloo East and Chatham, but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.