Chatham railway station facts for kids
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| Chatham railway station | |
| Location | |
| Place | Chatham |
| Local authority | Borough of Medway |
| Operations | |
| Station code | CTM |
| Managed by | Southeastern |
| Platforms in use | 2 |
| Live arrivals/departures and station information from National Rail | |
| History | |
| Key dates | Opened 25 January 1858 |
| National Rail - UK railway stations | |
| A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z | |
Chatham railway station is a busy train station located in Chatham, a town in Kent, England. It's a key stop for people traveling through the Medway area. The station is very handy for visitors and locals. You can easily walk to the Pentagon Shopping Centre and the main high street from here in about 10 to 15 minutes.
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All About Chatham Station
Chatham station is an important part of the local transport network. It connects Chatham with many other towns and cities. The station has two platforms. These platforms serve trains going in different directions.
Where is Chatham Station?
The station is right in the heart of Chatham. This makes it easy for people to get to shops, schools, and other places. Chatham is a historic town. It is known for its dockyard and naval history. The station helps people explore this interesting area.
What Trains Use This Station?
Trains at Chatham station are run by a company called Southeastern. These trains travel on several important lines:
- The Chatham Main Line connects London with towns along the Kent coast.
- The North Kent Line also links London with places in North Kent.
- Some services use parts of High Speed 1. This is a special line for fast trains.
The station is located between two other stations:
| Preceding station |  National Rail |
Following station | ||
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| Rochester | Southeastern High Speed 1, Chatham Main Line and North Kent Line |
Gillingham | ||
Trains arriving from London usually stop at Rochester before Chatham. After Chatham, trains continue to Gillingham.
A Look Back at Chatham Station's History
Chatham railway station first opened its doors on January 25, 1858. It was built by the London, Chatham and Dover Railway. This company was very important for connecting London with the Kent coast. Over the years, the station has seen many changes. It has been updated to serve modern trains and passengers. The station has played a big role in the growth of Chatham. It helped people travel for work, school, and holidays.
Images for kids
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The station entrance in 2008.
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The platforms in 1983.
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This 2007 photo shows the Chatham Tunnel and Maidstone Road bridge. It also shows how the station changed with the Kent Coast Electrification Scheme.
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A classic British Railways Southern Region sign for Chatham station.
