Bickley to Swanley train with Thameslink

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Bickley to Swanley

Showing times and prices for 04 Mar

Cheapest price

£6

Average price

£6

Fastest journey

8 m

Average duration

8 m

Trains per day

5

Distance

9 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bickley to Swanley is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Bickley to Swanley will cost around £6 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £6.

Fast trains

Of the 5 trains that leave Bickley for Swanley every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct trains cover the 9 km distance in an average of 8 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 8 m .

The slowest trains will take 9 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.

Southeastern
05:590h18
Bickley
06:17Swanley
£61One-way
1 change
Southeastern
06:590h19
Bickley
07:18Swanley
£61One-way
1 change
Southeastern
07:280h19
Bickley
07:47Swanley
£61One-way
1 change
Southeastern
07:580h19
Bickley
08:17Swanley
£61One-way
1 change
Southeastern
08:290h19
Bickley
08:48Swanley
£61One-way
1 change

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Bickley to Swanley

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Trains from Bickley to Swanley run on average 4 times per day, taking around 9m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £6 if you book in advance.

There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:54. The fastest train covers the 9 km distance in 8m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
9 km
Average train duration
9m
Cheapest ticket price
£6
Trains per day
4
Direct trains
2
Fastest train
8m
First train
00:01
Last train
23:54
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Train companies: Thameslink, Southeastern from Bickley to Swanley trainsThameslink, Southeastern trains will get you between Bickley and Swanley from £6. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Thameslink

About
Thameslink is a train service that operates in the United Kingdom. It is operated by Govia Thameslink Railway and serves the counties of Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire, Hertfordshire, London, and Surrey. The trains run from early morning until late at night, with some services running 24 hours a day. There are a variety of train types available, including Class 700 Desiro City, Class 377 Electrostar, Class 387/1 Electrostar, and Class 319/0. Ticket types include Anytime, Off-Peak, Super Off-Peak, and Advance. Onboard facilities include Wi-Fi, power sockets, and air conditioning. The most popular routes for Thameslink are London to Brighton, London to Bedford, and London to Luton.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
8m
Cheapest Price
£7
Thameslink frequency
29 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies depend on ticket type
Refund
Full refund available if service is canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on some routes offering drinks and snacks
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets free of charge. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
Family area
Learn more about Thameslink

Southeastern

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
15m
Cheapest Price
£6
Southeastern frequency
21 a day

FAQs: Bickley to Swanley train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bickley 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.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Bickley to Swanley can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £6, while the average price tends to be around £7.
The train journey from Bickley to Swanley covers a distance of 9 km and takes approximately 8m. Trains run 4 per day.
The train distance from Bickley to Swanley is 9 km.
The first train from Bickley to Swanley leaves at 0:01.
The last train from Bickley to Swanley departs at 23:54.
Trains from Bickley to Swanley run approximately 4 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Bickley to Swanley.
Yes, there is a direct train between Bickley and Swanley. The service operates 2 times per day, provided by Thameslink.
To travel from Bickley to Swanley, you can take a train.
There is no night train service from Bickley to Swanley.
The train station in Bickley that goes to Swanley is Bickley station (BKL), and it arrives at Swanley station (SAY).
The cheapest way to get from Bickley to Swanley is by train, costing approximately £6.
Booking trains from Bickley to Swanley in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Bickley to Swanley is relatively short and primarily runs through suburban areas, offering limited scenic views beyond residential neighbourhoods and greenery typical of the Greater London outskirts.
Yes, a day trip from Bickley to Swanley is feasible. The journey takes 8m, covering a distance of 9 km, with a frequency of 4 trains per day.
A day or two in Swanley is typically sufficient to explore its key attractions and enjoy the local surroundings.
Yes, you can take the train from Bickley to Swanley.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Bickley and Swanley

Bickley
Swanley
The major train station for departures in Bickley is Bickley. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Bickley for your trip from Bickley to Swanley.
BickleyShoppingParkingDiningAccessibilityLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Desk
Amenities at train station
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
AccessibilityAccessibility
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
address
Address
Bickley station, Southborough Road, Bickley, Greater London, BR1 2EB
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:10 - 19:30 Saturday 07:10 - 13:50 Sunday 08:15 - 13:45 Ticket office managed by Southeastern
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
1 km
Shopping
Shopping
  • Type of shops available: newspapers
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: Yes
  • Step free access coverage: No
  • Step free access note: Category C. This station does not have step free access. Steps to all platforms.
  • Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not wheelchair accessible
  • Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available to book
  • Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
  • Accessible ticket machines note: booking hall
  • Ramp for train access: Yes
  • Wheelchairs available: No
  • Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
Lounge
Lounge
  • Waiting rooms location: Heated waiting room on platform 1/2 Only open when staff are in the ticket office
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage location: in car park
  • Storage CCTV: No
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Information available from staff: Yes - from help point
  • Helpline Contact: 0345 322 7021 or Text relay 18001 0345 322 7021 Freephone 0800 783 4524 or Text Relay 18001 0800 783 4524
  • Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
Public transport options for Bickley
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Towards Bromley - Bus stop A on Bickley Park Road opposite Bickley Park Cricket Club. Towards Swanley or Orpington: Bus stop B on Bickley Park Road outside Bickley Park Cricket Club.

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