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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from London to Swanley
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£7
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£7
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
26 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
26 m
Trains on 18 Sept
1
Distance
24 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London to Swanley is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London to Swanley will cost around £7 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £7.
On Fri 18 Sept, we found 1 trains from London to Swanley, including 1 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 24 km distance in an average of 26 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 26 m .
The slowest trains will take 26 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.
16:250h26London16:51Swanley£71One-way0 changes
- 16:250h26London16:51Swanley£71One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train for London to Swanley
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London to Swanley among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £11 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 7m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £11, while a train costs an average of £11.
Distance: 24 km
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
£11 Average Price Cheapest | £18 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 7m Average total duration Fastest 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 59m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
The journey is about 22m faster (37m by train vs 59m by car) and roughly £7 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£11 vs £18). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with Thameslink, Southeastern.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Southeastern, but also compare tickets for the likes of Thameslink or Southeastern to find the best option for your trip from London to Swanley.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from London to Swanley
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from London to Swanley run on average 8 times per day, taking around 37m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £10 if you book in advance.
There are 8 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 24 km distance in 36m.
Distance 24 km |
Average train duration 37m |
Cheapest ticket price £10 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 8 |
Fastest train 36m |
First train 0:01 |
Last train 23:58 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 2 days |
Train companies: Southeastern, Thameslink from London to Swanley trainsSoutheastern, Thameslink trains will get you between London and Swanley from £10. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: London to Swanley train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London 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 London and Swanley
Most London to Swanley trains use the London Victoria to Swanley station pair. Use this guide to compare London and Swanley train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which London station do trains to Swanley leave from?
Getting to London Victoria from London city centre
London Victoria is 1 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
London Victoria train station facilities and services
London Victoria has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at London Victoria.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at London Victoria. ATMs are available at London Victoria.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at London Victoria. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at London Victoria: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at London Victoria: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at London Victoria: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: There is step free access at London Victoria Rail Station to the Victoria Line on the Underground. This can be accessed via the Cardinal Place entrance to the underground, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible public telephones: Main concourse, Accessible taxis: Available on request Taxi rank outside main station entrance, Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Monday - Sunday 24 Hours a Day, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to London Bridge from London city centre
London Bridge is 2 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
London Bridge train station facilities and services
London Bridge has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at London Bridge.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at London Bridge. ATMs are available at London Bridge.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at London Bridge. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at London Bridge: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at London Bridge: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at London Bridge: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: All platforms can be accessed by lift, Accessible taxis: Taxis with ramps. There is usually one available on the rank, but if not one can be ordered through taxi drivers or by phoning Computer Cabs and specifying a taxi equipped to take wheelchairs. Tel 020 7432 1404, Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday 04:00 - 00:45 Sunday 06:00 - 00:45, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to London Waterloo from London city centre
London Waterloo is 1 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
London Waterloo train station facilities and services
London Waterloo has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at London Waterloo.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at London Waterloo. ATMs are available at London Waterloo.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at London Waterloo. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at London Waterloo: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at London Waterloo: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at London Waterloo: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: There is step free access from the main concourse to all platforms, shops and facilities. Step free exits are exit 1 (Station approach), exit 2 (with a lift to Waterloo Road and lift access to the London Underground Jubilee line), and exit 3 for taxis and onward travel towards the South Bank, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available from the taxi rank on Cab Road / Station Approach, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Ticket machines are located at various locations on the main concourse and are accessible to wheelchair users, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Which Swanley station do trains from London 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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