The average train between Blackpool and Swanley takes 4h 17m and the fastest train takes 3h 46m. There is a train service every few hours from Blackpool to Swanley. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Blackpool and Swanley. The earliest departure is at 4:59 AM at night, and the last departure from Blackpool is at 11:22 PM which arrives into Swanley at 7:53 AM. All services require a transfer at Preston and take an average of 4h 17m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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No, there is no direct train from Blackpool to Swanley. However, there are services departing from Blackpool station and arriving at Swanley station via London Euston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 17m.
Blackpool to Swanley train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Preston station.
Blackpool to Swanley train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at London Euston station.
Book your Blackpool to Swanley train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited, Avanti West Coast and 3 other operators.
The distance between Blackpool and Swanley is 346 km. The road distance is 396 km.
Avanti West Coast operates a train from Preston to London Euston hourly. Tickets cost £75–130 and the journey takes 2h 13m. Caledonian Sleeper also services this route twice daily.