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Knole
Trust-run gallery and museum at Knole, displaying historic objects and interpretation linked to the house, estate and collections.
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Swanscombe to Sevenoaks among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £23 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 47m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £23, while a train costs an average of £23.
Distance: 21 km
Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
£23 Average Price Cheapest | £6 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 47m Average total duration Fastest 1h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 29m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Tickets start at around £23 compared to roughly £6 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-16.71. The journey takes 1h 17m versus 29m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
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Trains from Swanscombe to Sevenoaks run on average 25 times per day, taking around 1h 17m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £23 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 06:09, the last at 16:49. The fastest train covers the 21 km distance in 1h 18m.
Distance 21 km |
Average train duration 1h 17m |
Cheapest ticket price £23 |
Trains per day 25 |
Fastest train 1h 18m |
First train 6:09 |
Last train 16:49 |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
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Trust-run gallery and museum at Knole, displaying historic objects and interpretation linked to the house, estate and collections.
Historic National Trust house with furnished rooms, collection displays and interpretation telling the story of the medieval manor.
Museum in Shoreham exploring local archaeology, landscape and village history in a compact and informative display space.
Large town park with a boating lake, café kiosk, play areas, open lawns and frequent community events near the centre.
Long-distance footpath through woodland, hills and valleys, offering varied scenic walks around the Sevenoaks area.
Compact historic village area by the River Darent, popular for riverside walks, heritage buildings and views of the North Downs.
A soft, creamy English cow’s milk cheese made in Kent. It is a classic local county speciality often served on cheeseboards in the area.
Sweet apples grown in Kent, long known as the Garden of England. They are prized for crisp flavour and feature in local desserts, juice and cider.
Traditional cider made from Kent apples. It reflects the county’s orchard heritage and is a common local drink in pubs and farm shops.
Elegant modern British dining in a refined country-house setting at The Mount Vineyard, with strong focus on seasonal produce and local wines.
Smart contemporary restaurant and bar with British and European dishes, suited to a relaxed meal near the town centre.
Historic pub and dining room in central Sevenoaks serving British classics, Sunday roasts and a solid range of local drinks in traditional surroundings.
Sevenoaks is pricier than many UK towns, with higher lodging and dining costs due to its Kent location and London access; local buses and rail can add notable transport costs.
Tipping is modest. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is usual if service is not included. Taxis are often rounded up. In cafés, small change is optional.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Swanscombe to Sevenoaks 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 Sevenoaks, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Swanscombe to Sevenoaks trains use the Swanscombe to Bat & Ball station pair. Use this guide to compare Swanscombe and Sevenoaks train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Swanscombe has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Swanscombe.
Ticket office support is available at Swanscombe. 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.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Swanscombe: Parking.
Available at Swanscombe: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Swanscombe: 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.
Bat & Ball is 2 km from Sevenoaks city centre. Public transport options include:
Bat & Ball has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Bat & Ball.
Wi-Fi is available at Bat & Ball.
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.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Bat & Ball: Parking, WC.
Available at Bat & Ball: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bat & Ball: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category B2. 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 is available via a ramp from Sevenoaks Community Centre car park. Step free access to platform 2 is from the main station entrance for services away from London. There is only stepped access via a footbridge between platforms within the station. Step free interchange is available via Otford Road and the Community Centre car park, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available to book, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: platform 2, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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