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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Sheffield to Swanley
Cheapest price on 05 Sept
£48
Average ticket price on 05 Sept
£60
Fastest journey on 05 Sept
3 h 27 m
Average journey duration on 05 Sept
3 h 30 m
Trains on 05 Sept
3
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 £60 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £48.
To travel from Sheffield to Swanley you need to make at least 2 changes.
W70757+
Tube from London St Pancras International to London Bridge+
P863815:303h29Sheffield station (SHF)8:59Swanley station (SAY)£481One-way2 changes- C21532+Tube from London St Pancras International to London Victoria+P886875:563h27Sheffield station (SHF)9:23Swanley station (SAY)£561One-way2 changes
C01955+
G85332+P87923+Tube from London Kings Cross to London Victoria5:423h34Sheffield station (SHF)9:16Swanley station (SAY)£771One-way3 changes
- C21532+Tube from London St Pancras International to London Victoria+P886875:563h27Sheffield station (SHF)9:23Swanley station (SAY)£561One-way2 changes
- W70757+Tube from London St Pancras International to London Bridge+P863815:303h29Sheffield station (SHF)8:59Swanley station (SAY)£481One-way2 changes
- C01955+G85332+P87923+Tube from London Kings Cross to London Victoria5:423h34Sheffield station (SHF)9:16Swanley station (SAY)£771One-way3 changes
Travel Information
Compare train 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 train, with an average ticket price of £129 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 16m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £129, while a train costs an average of £129.
Distance: 247 km
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Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
£129 Average Price Cheapest | £48 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 16m Average total duration Fastest 2h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 26m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
You'll arrive about 40m sooner (2h 46m by train vs 3h 26m by car). Tickets start at around £129 compared to roughly £48 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.
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
Sheffield to Swanley train times
The table below shows live departures for Sheffield to Swanley trains for tomorrow, Saturday 5 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| W70757+Tube from London St Pancras International to London Bridge+P86381 | 5:30 Sheffield station (SHF) | 3h29 | 8:59 Swanley station (SAY) | 2 changes | |
| C01955+Tube from London Kings Cross to London Victoria+G85332+P87923 | 5:42 Sheffield station (SHF) | 3h34 | 9:16 Swanley station (SAY) | 3 changes | |
| C21532+P88687+Tube from London St Pancras International to London Victoria | 5:56 Sheffield station (SHF) | 3h27 | 9:23 Swanley station (SAY) | 2 changes | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Sheffield to Swanley
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Sheffield to Swanley run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 46m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £89 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 03:55, the last at 21:15. The fastest train covers the 247 km distance in 3h 17m.
Distance 247 km |
Average train duration 2h 46m |
Cheapest ticket price £89 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 3h 17m |
First train 3:55 |
Last train 21:15 |
Cheapest Month May |
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High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
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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 £89. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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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
Most Sheffield to Swanley trains use the Sheffield to Swanley station pair. Use this guide to compare Sheffield and Swanley train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Sheffield station do trains to Swanley leave from?
Getting to Sheffield from Sheffield city centre
Sheffield train station facilities and services
Sheffield has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Sheffield.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Sheffield.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Sheffield. Information desks are 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.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Sheffield: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Sheffield: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Sheffield: 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.
Which Swanley station do trains from Sheffield 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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