What is the cheapest way to get from Brighton to Swanley?

The cheapest way to get from Brighton to Swanley is to drive which costs £13 - £20 and takes 58 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Brighton to Swanley?

The fastest way to get from Brighton to Swanley is to drive which takes 58 min and costs £13 - £20.

Is there a direct bus between Brighton and Swanley?

No, there is no direct bus from Brighton to Swanley station. However, there are services departing from Preston Circus and arriving at Bromley South Station via East Croydon Rail Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 44m.

Is there a direct train between Brighton and Swanley?

No, there is no direct train from Brighton to Swanley. However, there are services departing from Brighton and arriving at Swanley via London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 46m.

How far is it from Brighton to Swanley?

The distance between Brighton and Swanley is 57 miles. The road distance is 55 miles.

How do I travel from Brighton to Swanley without a car?

The best way to get from Brighton to Swanley without a car is to bus which takes 1h 44m and costs £17 - £40.

How long does it take to get from Brighton to Swanley?

It takes approximately 1h 44m to get from Brighton to Swanley, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Brighton to Swanley bus from?

Brighton to Swanley bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Preston Circus station.

Where do I catch the Brighton to Swanley train from?

Brighton to Swanley train services, operated by Gatwick Express, depart from Brighton station.

Train or bus from Brighton to Swanley?

The best way to get from Brighton to Swanley is to bus which takes 1h 44m and costs £17 - £40. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £35 - £80 and takes 1h 46m.

Where does the Brighton to Swanley bus arrive?

Brighton to Swanley bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at South Terminal Bus Station.

Where does the Brighton to Swanley train arrive?

Brighton to Swanley train services, operated by Gatwick Express, arrive at London Victoria station.

Can I drive from Brighton to Swanley?

Yes, the driving distance between Brighton to Swanley is 55 miles. It takes approximately 58 min to drive from Brighton to Swanley.

How do I get a train ticket from Brighton to Swanley?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Brighton to Swanley?

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Where can I stay near Swanley?

There are 10818+ hotels available in Swanley.

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Preston Circus to South Terminal Bus Stationbus 025
2. Take the bus from East Croydon Rail Station to Bromley South Stationbus Sl5
1h 44m
£17–39
Drive 54.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Brighton to Swanleycar 54.7 mi
58 min
£14–20
Train
1. Take the train from Brighton to London Victoriatrain Brighton - London Victoria
2. Take the train from London Victoria to Swanleytrain London Victoria - Gillingham / ...
1h 46m
£36–80
Train via London Bridge
1. Take the train from Brighton to London Bridgetrain Brighton - Bedford / ...
2. Take the train from London Bridge to Swanleytrain London Charing Cross - Maidstone East / ...
2h 4m
£34–69
Train via London Blackfriars
1. Take the train from Brighton to London Blackfriarstrain Brighton - Bedford / ...
2. Take the train from London Blackfriars to Swanleytrain London Blackfriars - Sevenoaks / ...
2h 20m
£36–72

Brighton to Swanley by train

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Distance: 56.3 mi
Duration: 1h 44m

What companies run services between Brighton, England and Swanley, Kent, England?

You can take a bus from Preston Circus to Swanley via South Terminal Bus Station, Gatwick Airport, East Croydon, East Croydon Rail Station, Bromley South Station, and Bromley South in around 1h 44m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Brighton to Swanley via London Victoria in around 1h 46m.

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