The cheapest and fastest trains from Swanscombe station (SWM) to London Bridge (LBG)
Cheapest price
£9
Average price
£12
Fastest journey
51 m
Average duration
52 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
28 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Swanscombe station (SWM) to London Bridge (LBG) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Swanscombe station (SWM) to London Bridge (LBG) will cost around £12 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £9.
Of the 3 trains that leave Swanscombe station (SWM) for London Bridge (LBG) every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 28 km distance in an average of 52 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 51 m .
The slowest trains will take 52 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.






Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Swanscombe station (SWM) to London Bridge (LBG)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Swanscombe station (SWM) to London Bridge (LBG) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £8. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 49m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £8, and a train costs an average of £8.
Distance: 28 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£12 Average Price | £11 Average Price Cheapest |
1h 19m Average total duration Fastest 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 28m Average total duration 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Swanscombe station (SWM) to London Bridge (LBG) train times
The table below shows live departures for Swanscombe station (SWM) to London Bridge (LBG) trains for today, Wednesday 26 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 06:05 Swanscombe station (SWM) | 0h52 | 06:57 London Bridge (LBG) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 18:09 Swanscombe station (SWM) | 0h46 | 18:55 London Bridge (LBG) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Swanscombe station (SWM) to London Bridge (LBG)
Trains from Swanscombe station (SWM) to London Bridge (LBG) run on average 7 times per day, taking around 49m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £8 but you can travel from only £8 by coach.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:05, the last at 18:09. The fastest train covers the 28 km distance in 46m.
Distance 28 km |
Average train duration 49m |
Cheapest ticket price £8 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 46m |
First train 05:05 |
Last train 18:09 |
Train companies: Southeastern, Thameslink from Swanscombe station (SWM) to London Bridge (LBG) trainsSoutheastern, Thameslink trains will get you between Swanscombe station (SWM) and London Bridge (LBG) from £8. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Swanscombe station (SWM) to London Bridge (LBG) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Swanscombe station (SWM) to London Bridge (LBG) 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 London Bridge (LBG), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Swanscombe station (SWM) and London Bridge (LBG)
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:10 - 12:50 Saturday 08:40 - 15:20 Sunday Closed This station is not continuously staffed please see staffing times for details of when staff are available.
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Category C. This station does not have step free access. Steps to all platforms. Interchange via main road bridge, cross over to use path on far side of the bridge.
- 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
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Waiting rooms location: Unheated seating area in booking hall only available when staff are present
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: outside ticket office entrance
- Storage CCTV: No
- 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
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Towards Greenhithe - Outside of the George and Dragon public house. Towards Northfleet - Bus stop opposite Old Church Road.
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 04:45 - 01:00 Saturday 04:45 - 01:00 Sunday 05:25 - 01:00 Ticket office is located on the lower level concourse.
- Type of shops available: Various shops, cafes and restaurants
- Car Park: No
- 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
- Toilets Location: The toilets can be located on the lower concourse. A Changing Place facility is available for use by disabled passengers in London Bridge. The space has a height-adjustable adult-sized changing bench, hoist, shower facility, extra wide rolls of paper, and non-slip floors. The facility is located on the on the upper concourse and can be accessed from an accessible lift on the lower concourse, at street level or via a lift on the London Underground. If you, or a passenger you are accompanying, requires use of the Changing Place room, please speak to a member of staff, contact our control centre on 02072341108 or press one of our assistance help points throughout the station so we can help you gain access. Changing Places is a campaign on behalf of people who are unable to use standard accessible toilets and are usually more spacious, fitted with advanced equipment and provide the user with a private, comfortable and hygienic space.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets,Male toilets
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Located in Station Approach.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Onward travel information: The Bus Station is located directly outside the main entrance at upper level. There are also bus stops outside on Tooley Street. For further information on buses, a bus information kiosk is also located outside the main doors of the station at upper level.
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement bus services are usually found outside the front of the station. However this is sometimes subject to change. Please check engineering posters or consult a member of staff.
- Metro: For North and North East Kent and South East London

