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Journey information
Overview: Train from Margate to Swanley
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Take a train from Margate to Swanley and enjoy the approximately 84 km long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
The earliest train runs at 00:03, the last at 22:05.
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 84 km |
First train 0:03 |
Last train 22:05 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Thu |
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: Southeastern from Margate to Swanley trainsSoutheastern trains will get you between Margate and Swanley. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Southeastern
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Southeastern Duration
1h 32m
Cheapest Southeastern Price
£41
Southeastern frequency
16 a day
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FAQs: Margate to Swanley train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Margate 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.
The train distance from Margate to Swanley is 84 km.
The first train from Margate to Swanley leaves at 0:03.
The last train from Margate to Swanley departs at 22:05.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Margate to Swanley.
Yes, there is a direct train between Margate and Swanley. The service operates 0 times per day, provided by Southeastern.
To get from Margate to Swanley, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from Margate to Swanley.
The train station in Margate that goes to Swanley is Margate station (MAR), and it arrives at Swanley station (SAY).
Booking trains from Margate 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 Margate to Swanley offers some scenic views, especially as it travels along the Kent coastline, providing glimpses of the sea and picturesque countryside.
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 Margate to Swanley.
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Important Stations and Airports in Margate and Swanley
Most Margate to Swanley trains use the Margate to Swanley station pair. Use this guide to compare Margate and Swanley train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Departure train stations in Margate
Arrival train stations in Swanley
Which Margate station do trains to Swanley leave from?
Trains from Margate to Swanley leave from Margate. The station is 1 km from Margate city centre at Margate station, Station Approach, Margate, Kent, CT9 5AD.
MargateMargate station, Station Approach, Margate, Kent, CT9 5AD+44 3303339232
City-centre transport
Getting to Margate from Margate city centre
Margate is 1 km from Margate city centre. Public transport options include:
Bus942, 944, 36, 8 · 8m · £3 · every ~7 min
Margate train station facilities and services
Margate 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
Food and drink options are available at Margate.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Margate.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Margate. 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 Margate: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Margate: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Margate: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A. This station has step free access to all platforms - Step free access from booking hall to platform 1 for services towards Ramsgate. Step free access to all other platforms and interchange via lifts. Stepped access to platforms 2,3 and 4 via 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: station forecourt, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Monday - Friday 24 Hours a Day Saturday 24 Hours a Day 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 Swanley station do trains from Margate arrive at?
Trains from Margate to Swanley arrive at Swanley. Swanley is 1 km from Swanley city centre.
SwanleySwanley BR8 8JD, UK+44 345 322 7021
City-centre transport
Getting to Swanley from Swanley city centre
BusD29, D30, 429, 477 · 6m · every ~5 min
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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