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Compare train and coach for Otford to Swanley
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Otford to Swanley among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £6 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 40m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £6, while a train costs an average of £6.
Distance: 10 km
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Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
£6 Average Price Cheapest | £2 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
40m Average total duration Fastest 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 18m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Other travel options to Swanley take longer:
Coach takes on average 24m.
You'll arrive about 8m sooner (10m by train vs 18m by car). Tickets start at around £6 compared to roughly £2 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with Southeastern, Thameslink, Southeastern.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Otford to Swanley train times
The table below shows live departures for Otford to Swanley trains for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 8:25 Otford | 0h10 | 8:35 Swanley | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Why book with Omio vs Southeastern?
- 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 Otford to Swanley.
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Why book with Omio over Wanderu?
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Otford to Swanley
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Trains from Otford to Swanley run on average 7 times per day, taking around 10m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £4 if you book in advance.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:53. The fastest train covers the 10 km distance in 9m.
Distance 10 km |
Average train duration 10m |
Cheapest ticket price £4 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 9m |
First train 0:02 |
Last train 23:53 |
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Train companies: Southeastern, Thameslink from Otford to Swanley trainsSoutheastern, Thameslink trains will get you between Otford and Swanley 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: Otford to Swanley train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Otford 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 Otford and Swanley
Most Otford to Swanley trains use the Otford to Swanley station pair. Use this guide to compare Otford and Swanley train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Otford station do trains to Swanley leave from?
Getting to Otford from Otford city centre
Otford train station facilities and services
Otford has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Otford.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Otford. 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 Otford: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Otford: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Otford: 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 for services towards London from Car Park entrance. Step free access to platform 2 for services away from London via side entrance ramp. Stepped access between platforms available via station footbridge.Step free Interchange between platforms in excess of 400 metres, 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: by entrance to platform 1, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Which Swanley station do trains from Otford 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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