The cheapest and fastest trains from Gravesend to Swanscombe
Cheapest price
£4
Average price
£4
Fastest journey
6 m
Average duration
6 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
4 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Gravesend to Swanscombe is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Gravesend to Swanscombe will cost around £4 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £4.
Of the 4 trains that leave Gravesend for Swanscombe every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 4 km distance in an average of 6 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 m .
The slowest trains will take 6 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.
P852398:030h06Gravesend station (GRV)8:09Swanscombe station (SWM)£41One-way0 changes
C227557:310h06Gravesend station (GRV)7:37Swanscombe station (SWM)£41One-way0 changes
P852458:330h06Gravesend station (GRV)8:39Swanscombe station (SWM)£41One-way0 changes
X150447:590h06Gravesend station (GRV)8:05Swanscombe station (SWM)£41One-way0 changes
P852398:030h06Gravesend station (GRV)8:09Swanscombe station (SWM)£41One-way0 changes
C227557:310h06Gravesend station (GRV)7:37Swanscombe station (SWM)£41One-way0 changes
P852458:330h06Gravesend station (GRV)8:39Swanscombe station (SWM)£41One-way0 changes
X150447:590h06Gravesend station (GRV)8:05Swanscombe station (SWM)£41One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Gravesend to Swanscombe
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Gravesend to Swanscombe among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £4. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 6m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £4, and a coach costs an average of £4.
Distance: 4 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£4 Average Price Cheapest | £9 Average Price |
36m Average total duration Fastest 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 44m Average total duration 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
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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 Southeastern or Southeastern to find the best option for your trip from Gravesend to Swanscombe.
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Why book with Omio over Wanderu?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Southeastern or Southeastern to find the best option for your trip from Gravesend to Swanscombe.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Gravesend to Swanscombe.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Gravesend to Swanscombe
Trains from Gravesend to Swanscombe run on average 8 times per day, taking around 6m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £4 but you can travel from only £4 by coach.
There are 8 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:10, the last at 23:50. The fastest train covers the 4 km distance in 6m.
Distance 4 km |
Average train duration 6m |
Cheapest ticket price £4 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 8 |
Fastest train 6m |
First train 0:10 |
Last train 23:50 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
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Least Busy Day Sun |
Train companies: Thameslink, Southeastern from Gravesend to Swanscombe trainsThameslink, Southeastern trains will get you between Gravesend and Swanscombe from £4. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Gravesend to Swanscombe train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Gravesend to Swanscombe 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 Swanscombe, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Gravesend and Swanscombe
Most Gravesend to Swanscombe trains use the Gravesend to Swanscombe station pair. Use this guide to compare Gravesend and Swanscombe train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Gravesend station do trains to Swanscombe leave from?
Getting to Gravesend from Gravesend city centre
Gravesend train station facilities and services
Gravesend has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Gravesend.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Gravesend. Information desks are 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.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Gravesend: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Gravesend: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Gravesend: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A. This station has step free access to all platforms - Direct step free access to Platform 0 for services towards London via the main entrance on Rathmore Road. Direct step free access to Platform 2 for services away from London via the side entrance on Clive Road. Direct step free access to Platform 1 from Platform 0. All platforms and interchange via lifts or steps from the station overbridge, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available to book, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: in the booking hall on Platform 0 entrance, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Monday - Sunday 24 Hours a Day Assistance/Help available from station staff from First to Last trains, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Which Swanscombe station do trains from Gravesend arrive at?
Getting to Swanscombe from Swanscombe city centre
Swanscombe train station facilities and services
Swanscombe has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Swanscombe.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Swanscombe. Information desks are 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.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Swanscombe: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Swanscombe: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Swanscombe: 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. Interchange via main road bridge, cross over to use path on far side of the bridge, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available to book, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: by entrance to platform 1, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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