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

The cheapest way to get from Charlton to Swanley is to drive which costs £2 - £4 and takes 20 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Charlton to Swanley is to taxi which takes 20 min and costs £26 - £31.

Is there a direct bus between Charlton and Swanley?

No, there is no direct bus from Charlton to Swanley. However, there are services departing from Queen Elizabeth Hospital / West Entrance and arriving at Bartholomew Way Asda via Eltham Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 58 min.

Is there a direct train between Charlton and Swanley?

No, there is no direct train from Charlton to Swanley. However, there are services departing from Charlton and arriving at Swanley via London Bridge. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 14m.

How far is it from Charlton to Swanley?

The distance between Charlton and Swanley is 10 miles. The road distance is 9.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Charlton to Swanley without a car is to line 233 bus which takes 58 min and costs £2 - £55.

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

It takes approximately 58 min to get from Charlton to Swanley, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Charlton to Swanley bus from?

Charlton to Swanley bus services, operated by Go Ahead London, depart from Eltham Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Charlton to Swanley train from?

Charlton to Swanley train services, operated by Thameslink, depart from Charlton station.

Train or bus from Charlton to Swanley?

The best way to get from Charlton to Swanley is to line 233 bus which takes 58 min and costs £2 - £55. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £9 - £21 and takes 1h 14m.

Where does the Charlton to Swanley bus arrive?

Charlton to Swanley bus services, operated by Go Ahead London, arrive at Bartholomew Way Asda station.

Where does the Charlton to Swanley train arrive?

Charlton to Swanley train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at London Bridge station.

Can I drive from Charlton to Swanley?

Yes, the driving distance between Charlton to Swanley is 10 miles. It takes approximately 20 min to drive from Charlton to Swanley.

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

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Where can I stay near Swanley?

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Charlton to Swanley - 6 ways to travel via train, line 233 bus

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There are 6 ways to get from Charlton to Swanley by bus, train, taxi, or car

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Line 233 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Eltham Bus Station to Bartholomew Way Asdabus 233
58 min
£3–52
Train, line 477 bus
1. Take the train from Charlton to Dartfordtrain St Albans City - Gillingham / ...
2. Take the bus from Home Gardens to Bartholomew Way Asdabus 477 / ...
1h 2m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Charlton to Swanleytaxi 9.6 mi
20 min
£26–31
Drive 9.6 mi
1. Drive from Charlton to Swanleycar 9.6 mi
20 min
£3–4
Line 286 bus, line 233 bus
1. Take the bus from Kirkside Road to Sidcup Stationbus 286
2. Take the bus from Sidcup Station to Bartholomew Way Asdabus 233
1h 6m
£3–60
Train
1. Take the train from Charlton to London Bridgetrain Gillingham / ...
2. Take the train from London Bridge to Swanleytrain London Charing Cross - Maidstone East / ...
1h 14m
£10–21

Charlton to Swanley by bus

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Distance: 10.2 mi
Duration: 58 min

What companies run services between Charlton, Greater London, England and Swanley, Kent, England?

Go Ahead London operates a bus from Eltham Bus Station to Bartholomew Way Asda every 15 minutes. Tickets cost £1–50 and the journey takes 41 min. Alternatively, you can take a train from Charlton to Swanley via London Bridge in around 1h 14m.

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