The average train between Bolton and Chatham takes 4h and the fastest train takes 3h 21m. There is an hourly train service from Bolton to Chatham. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Bolton and Chatham. The earliest departure is at 12:23 AM at night, and the last departure from Bolton is at 9:21 PM which arrives into Chatham at 7:00 AM. All services require a transfer at Manchester Piccadilly and take an average of 4h. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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3h 36m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Bolton to Chatham? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Bolton to Chatham. However, there are services departing from Bolton station and arriving at Chatham station via London Euston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h.
Bolton to Chatham train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.
Bolton to Chatham train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Chatham station.
Book your Bolton to Chatham train tickets online with TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast and 2 other operators.
The distance between Bolton and Chatham is 316.6 km. The road distance is 366 km.
You can take a train from Bolton to Chatham via Manchester Piccadilly, London Euston, and London St Pancras Intl in around 3h 51m.