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Journey information
Overview: Train from Swanscombe to Rochester
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Take a train from Swanscombe to Rochester and enjoy the approximately 15 km long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 03:32, the last at 23:44.
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 15 km |
Average train duration 21m |
Trains per day 4 |
Direct trains 3 |
First train 03:32 |
Last train 23:44 |
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: Thameslink from Swanscombe to Rochester trainsThameslink trains will get you between Swanscombe and Rochester. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Thameslink
About
Thameslink is a train service that operates in the United Kingdom. It is operated by Govia Thameslink Railway and serves the counties of Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire, Hertfordshire, London, and Surrey. The trains run from early morning until late at night, with some services running 24 hours a day. There are a variety of train types available, including Class 700 Desiro City, Class 377 Electrostar, Class 387/1 Electrostar, and Class 319/0. Ticket types include Anytime, Off-Peak, Super Off-Peak, and Advance. Onboard facilities include Wi-Fi, power sockets, and air conditioning. The most popular routes for Thameslink are London to Brighton, London to Bedford, and London to Luton.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
21m
Cheapest Price
£8
Thameslink frequency
3 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies depend on ticket type
Refund
Full refund available if service is canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on some routes offering drinks and snacks
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets free of charge. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
Family area
FAQs: Swanscombe to Rochester train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Swanscombe to Rochester 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 Rochester, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
To fully enjoy Rochester's attractions, spending two to three days is recommended. This allows time to explore the city's cultural sites, such as the George Eastman Museum and the Strong National Museum of Play, as well as enjoy the beautiful parks and local dining scene.
The train journey from Swanscombe to Rochester offers views of the Kent countryside and the River Medway, providing a pleasantly scenic experience for travellers.
The train distance from Swanscombe to Rochester is 15 km.
Booking trains from Swanscombe to Rochester in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The first train from Swanscombe to Rochester leaves at 3:32.
The last train from Swanscombe to Rochester departs at 23:44.
Trains from Swanscombe to Rochester run approximately 4 times per day.
There is no night train service from Swanscombe to Rochester.
The train station in Swanscombe that goes to Rochester is Swanscombe station (SWM), and it arrives at Rochester station (RTR).
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Swanscombe to Rochester.
Yes, you can take the train from Swanscombe to Rochester.
To travel from Swanscombe to Rochester, you can take a train.
Yes, there is a direct train between Swanscombe and Rochester. The service operates 3 times per day, provided by Thameslink.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Swanscombe and Rochester
Swanscombe
Rochester
The major train station for departures in Swanscombe is Swanscombe. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Swanscombe for your trip from Swanscombe to Rochester.
Amenities at train station
Parking
Dining
Accessibility
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 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.
Parking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- 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
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Unheated seating area in booking hall only available when staff are present
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: outside ticket office entrance
- Storage CCTV: No
Information Desk
- 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
Public transport options for Swanscombe
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Towards Greenhithe - Outside of the George and Dragon public house. Towards Northfleet - Bus stop opposite Old Church Road.
The major train station for arrivals in Rochester is Rochester. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Rochester for your journey to Rochester from Swanscombe.
Amenities at train station
ShoppingParking
ATMAccessibility
WCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:10 - 19:30 Saturday 06:45 - 13:25 Sunday Closed Assistance/Help available from station staff from First to Last trains.
Shopping
- Type of shops available: newspapers
Parking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- 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 to booking hall from front of station. Step free access via lift in the subway to platform 1 for services towards London. Step free access to platform 2/3 for services away from London via lift from the subway. Stepped access to all platforms via staircases from 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: booking hall in subway
- 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
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
- Toilets Location: Booking Hall- Available during staffing hours
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Booking Hall- Available during staffing hours
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Only available when staff present
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Unheated seating area in booking hall only available when staff are present
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: front of station
- Storage CCTV: No
Information Desk
- 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
Public transport options for Rochester
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Towards Gillingham: Bus stop on the station side of Corporation Street. Towards Strood: Bus stop on the opposite side of Corporation Street.
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