First train | 07:40 | |
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Last train | 22:28 | |
Departure station | Chatham | |
Arrival station | Sleaford | |
Journey time | From 5h 2m | |
Distance | 118 miles (190 km) | |
Frequency | 5 trains per day | |
Changes | 2 changes | |
Price | From £37 | |
Train operators | CrossCountry, Greater Anglia, East Midlands Railway, Southeastern, Thameslink, London North Eastern Railway |
Thinking about taking the train from Chatham to Sleaford? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 6 hours 4 minutes to travel the 118 miles (190 km) from Chatham to Sleaford by train, although you can get there in as little as 5 hours 2 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 5 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 2 changes along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. You're likely to be travelling with London North Eastern Railway, Greater Anglia or East Midlands Railway to Sleaford. As the main train operators on this route, all offer plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating as standard.
Book train tickets from Chatham to Sleaford in advance instead of buying them on the day and they can start from £37.00. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices in our Journey Planner, for example when you travel at Off-Peak times or use a Railcard.
If you're feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to Sleaford by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.
The average journey time by train between Chatham and Sleaford is 6 hours and 4 minutes, with around 5 trains per day. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner on this page to search for a specific travel date.
The fastest journey time by train from Chatham to Sleaford is 5 hours and 2 minutes.
Train ticket prices from Chatham to Sleaford can start from as little as £37 when you book in advance. The cost of tickets can vary depending on the time of day, route and class you book and are usually more expensive if you book on the day.
No, there are no direct train services from Chatham to Sleaford. Travelling from Chatham to Sleaford by train will require a minimum of 2 changes.
The first train from Chatham to Sleaford leaves at 07:40. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.
The last train from Chatham to Sleaford leaves at 22:28. 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.
Trains travelling from Chatham to Sleaford cover a distance of around 118 miles (190 km) during the journey.
If you’re looking for the return train journey, check out trains from Sleaford to Chatham.
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