The cheapest and fastest trains from Sheffield to Swanley
Cheapest price
£31
Average price
£31
Fastest journey
3 h 26 m
Average duration
3 h 26 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
247 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Sheffield to Swanley is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Sheffield to Swanley will cost around £31 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £31.
Of the 1 trains that leave Sheffield for Swanley every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 247 km distance in an average of 3 h 26 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 26 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 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.
6:333h26Sheffield9:59Swanley£311One-way0 changes
6:333h26Sheffield9:59Swanley£311One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Sheffield to Swanley
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Sheffield to Swanley among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £19. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 51m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £19, and a train costs an average of £31.
Distance: 247 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£31 Average Price | £19 Average Price Cheapest |
3h 21m Average total duration Fastest 2h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 5m Average total duration 6h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Sheffield to Swanley train times
The table below shows live departures for Sheffield to Swanley trains for tomorrow, Saturday 30 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 6:33 Sheffield | 3h26 | 9:59 Swanley | 0 changesdirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Sheffield to Swanley by train or coach
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Why should you book Sheffield to Swanley trains with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs East Midlands Railway?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for East Midlands Railway, but also compare tickets for the likes of London North Eastern Railway, east_midlands_trains, Cross Country or Northern Trains Limited to find the best option for your trip from Sheffield to Swanley.
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- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Sheffield to Swanley.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Sheffield to Swanley
Trains from Sheffield to Swanley run on average 5 times per day, taking around 2h 51m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £31 but you can travel from only £19 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 03:55, the last at 21:15. The fastest train covers the 247 km distance in 3h 26m.
Distance 247 km |
Average train duration 2h 51m |
Cheapest ticket price £31 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 3h 26m |
First train 3:55 |
Last train 21:15 |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Train companies: East Midlands Railway, London North Eastern Railway, east_midlands_trains, Cross Country, Northern Trains Limited, TransPennine Express from Sheffield to Swanley trainsEast Midlands Railway, London North Eastern Railway, east_midlands_trains, Cross Country, Northern Trains Limited, TransPennine Express trains will get you between Sheffield and Swanley from £19. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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TransPennine Express
FAQs: Sheffield to Swanley train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Sheffield 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 Sheffield and Swanley
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:00 - 22:50 Saturday 05:00 - 22:50 Sunday 07:45 - 23:00
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category A access station. There is step free access to the concourse and ticket hall. There are lifts available to all platforms. This station has tactile paving at the edge of each platform.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on the Main Concourse, Platform 1, Platform 2/3, Platform 5 and Platform 6/8. The National key toilets are located on the Main Concourse, Platform 5 and Platform 6/8; these toilets are operated by a radar key. The radar key is available from the Customer Reception upon request.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Cycle hub located at station entrance (next to taxi rank). Additional stands available on Platform 6.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 08000 11 33 23
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at Bus Stand E5 or E6 in the Bus station.
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