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Compare coach and train for Bedford to Swanley
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bedford to Swanley among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £19. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 34m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £19, and a coach costs an average of £32.
Distance: 93 km
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£28 Average Price Cheapest | £37 Average Price |
2h 4m Average total duration Fastest 1h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 3m Average total duration 5h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Why should you book Bedford to Swanley trains with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs Thameslink?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Thameslink, but also compare tickets for the likes of East Midlands Railway to find the best option for your trip from Bedford to Swanley.
- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Thameslink with all available travel options, which are bus and train to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Bedford to Swanley.
Why book with Omio over Wanderu or Rome2rio?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of East Midlands Railway to find the best option for your trip from Bedford to Swanley.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Bedford to Swanley.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Bedford to Swanley
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Trains from Bedford to Swanley run on average 13 times per day, taking around 1h 34m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £19 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:35, the last at 20:17. The fastest train covers the 93 km distance in 1h 56m.
Distance 93 km |
Average train duration 1h 34m |
Cheapest ticket price £19 |
Trains per day 13 |
Fastest train 1h 56m |
First train 4:35 |
Last train 20:17 |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Train companies: Thameslink, East Midlands Railway from Bedford to Swanley trainsThameslink, East Midlands Railway trains will get you between Bedford and Swanley from £19. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Bedford to Swanley train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bedford to Swanley by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Swanley, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Bedford and Swanley
Most Bedford to Swanley trains use the Bedford to Swanley station pair. Use this guide to compare Bedford and Swanley train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Bedford station do trains to Swanley leave from?
Bedford train station facilities and services
Bedford has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Bedford.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Bedford. ATMs are available at Bedford.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Bedford.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bedford: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bedford: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bedford: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station: This station has step-free level access to all platforms via lifts. Assistance Meeting Point is adjacent to the taxi rank at the front of the station, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All Thameslink ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Which Swanley station do trains from Bedford arrive at?
Getting to Swanley from Swanley city centre
Swanley train station facilities and services
Swanley has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Swanley.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Swanley.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Swanley: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Swanley: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Swanley.
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