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Dartford Borough Museum
Local heritage museum covering Dartford and nearby communities, with displays on industry, archaeology and daily life.
Take a train from Greenwich to Swanscombe and enjoy the approximately 22 km long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
The earliest train runs at 04:30, the last at 23:46.
Distance 22 km |
First train 4:30 |
Last train 23:46 |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Fri |
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Local heritage museum covering Dartford and nearby communities, with displays on industry, archaeology and daily life.
Museum and archive at The Historic Dockyard Chatham with naval collections, warship displays and hands-on maritime history.
Museum on a former Royal Navy submarine, offering guided access to living quarters, machinery spaces and naval stories.
Large modern park on the Thames Estuary with wetlands, paths, play areas and striking views across open landscapes.
Waterside reserve with walking routes, birdwatching hides and broad estuary scenery beside the former quarry landscape.
Country park with woodland trails, lakes and family walks, offering an easy green escape a short drive from Swanscombe.
Pie and mash is a classic South East London and north Kent working-class meal of minced beef pie with mashed potatoes and parsley liquor.
Jellied eels are a historic Thames estuary speciality, cooked eel set in savoury jelly and long linked with nearby London and Kent riverside food culture.
Kentish ale reflects the county’s brewing heritage, traditionally using local hops from Kent, long known as the Garden of England.
Popular Indian restaurant in Swanscombe serving curries, tandoori dishes and grills in a relaxed local setting.
Casual Turkish and Mediterranean spot known for kebabs, grilled meats and generous portions in an easy-going atmosphere.
Traditional pub near Swanscombe offering British mains, drinks and a comfortable historic inn atmosphere.
Moderate for south-east England. Dining and transport are fairly typical for the area, while hotels near London links can raise overall trip costs.
Restaurants: 10-12.5% if service is not included. Cafes: rounding up is optional. Taxis: round up or add about 10% for good service.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Greenwich 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.

Most Greenwich to Swanscombe trains use the Greenwich to Swanscombe station pair. Use this guide to compare Greenwich and Swanscombe train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Greenwich is 2 km from Greenwich city centre. Public transport options include:
Greenwich has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Greenwich.
ATMs are available at Greenwich.
Ticket office support is available at Greenwich. 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.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Greenwich: Parking, WC.
Available at Greenwich: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Greenwich: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category B1. This station has a degree of step-free access to the platform, which may be in both directions or in one direction only - please check details - Step free access to platform 1 via ramp. Step free access to platform 2 via station entrance. Step free interchange via DLR lift to/from DLR subway. For stepped access between platforms go via station subway, 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, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Monday - Friday 05:30 - 19:40 Saturday 05:30 - 19:40 Sunday 07:30 - 20:00, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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 options are available at Swanscombe.
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.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Swanscombe: Parking.
Available at Swanscombe: Bike Parking.
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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