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Chatham to Royston by train

First train

06:13

Last train

13:28

Departure station

Chatham

Arrival station

Royston

Journey time

From 1h 27m

Distance

52 miles (84 km)

Changes

1 change

Train operators

Southeastern, Thameslink

Take the train from Chatham to Royston in 1 hour 27 minutes

If you want to travel from Chatham to Royston by train, you've come to the right place.

You can expect the journey from Chatham to Royston by train to take around 1 hour 55 minutes. If you want to get there as quickly as possible, it can take as little as 1 hour 27 minutes on the fastest services. You'll usually find around 0 trains per day running on this route, which spans 52 miles (84 km). You'll have to make 1 change along the way on your journey to Royston. You can travel on this route with either Southeastern or Thameslink trains. Both train companies run modern comfortable services with plenty of room for luggage.

Train tickets from Chatham to Royston are usually cheaper when you book in advance compared to buying them on the day. Travelling during Off-Peak times or using a Railcard can also help you save money on train travel. Start a search in our Journey Planner to check out the latest prices.

Ready to book? Start your search for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information, including money-saving tips, or check our timetable above where you can view live train times.

Journey details

Want to know more about your journey from Chatham to Royston? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

What's the fastest journey time between Chatham and Royston by train?

The fastest journey time by train from Chatham to Royston is 1 hour and 27 minutes.

Is there a direct train from Chatham to Royston?

No, there are no direct train services from Chatham to Royston. Travelling from Chatham to Royston by train will require a minimum of 1 change.

What time does the first train from Chatham to Royston leave?

The first train from Chatham to Royston leaves at 06:13. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.

What time does the last train from Chatham to Royston leave?

The last train from Chatham to Royston leaves at 13:28. Trains that depart in the early morning hours or very late evening may be sleeper services, time and services may also vary during weekends and holidays.

What's the distance between Chatham and Royston by train?

Trains travelling from Chatham to Royston cover a distance of around 52 miles (84 km) during the journey.

Cheap train tickets from Chatham to Royston

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Consider a Season Ticket

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† Average savings on advance fares booked at least one week before day of travel vs Anytime fares purchased on day of travel. Subject to availability. Excludes coach.

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