What is the cheapest way to get from Chatham to Swanscombe?

The cheapest way to get from Chatham to Swanscombe is to line 700 bus and line 480 bus which costs £1 - £3 and takes 54 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Chatham to Swanscombe?

The fastest way to get from Chatham to Swanscombe is to taxi which takes 18 min and costs £40 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Chatham and Swanscombe?

No, there is no direct bus from Chatham station to Swanscombe station. However, there are services departing from Chatham station and arriving at Railway Station via Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 54 min.

Is there a direct train between Chatham and Swanscombe?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Chatham and arriving at Swanscombe. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 25 min.

How far is it from Chatham to Swanscombe?

The distance between Chatham and Swanscombe is 12 miles. The road distance is 12.5 miles.

How do I travel from Chatham to Swanscombe without a car?

The best way to get from Chatham to Swanscombe without a car is to train which takes 25 min and costs £6 - £12.

How long does it take to get from Chatham to Swanscombe?

The train from Chatham to Swanscombe takes 25 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Chatham to Swanscombe bus from?

Chatham to Swanscombe bus services, operated by Arriva UK, depart from Chatham station.

Where do I catch the Chatham to Swanscombe train from?

Chatham to Swanscombe train services, operated by Thameslink, depart from Chatham station.

Train or bus from Chatham to Swanscombe?

The best way to get from Chatham to Swanscombe is to train which takes 25 min and costs £6 - £12. Alternatively, you can line 700 bus and line 480 bus, which costs £1 - £3 and takes 54 min.

Where does the Chatham to Swanscombe bus arrive?

Chatham to Swanscombe bus services, operated by Arriva UK, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Chatham to Swanscombe train arrive?

Chatham to Swanscombe train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at Swanscombe station.

Can I drive from Chatham to Swanscombe?

Yes, the driving distance between Chatham to Swanscombe is 12 miles. It takes approximately 18 min to drive from Chatham to Swanscombe.

How do I get a train ticket from Chatham to Swanscombe?

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Where can I stay near Swanscombe?

There are 2414+ hotels available in Swanscombe.

Chatham to Swanscombe - 4 ways to travel via train, and line 700 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Chatham to Swanscombe by train, bus, taxi, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Chatham to Swanscombetrain Rainham / ...
25 min
£6–12
Line 700 bus, line 480 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Chatham station to Bus Stationbus 700
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Railway Stationbus 480
54 min
£2–3
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Chatham to Swanscombetaxi 12.4 mi
18 min
£40–55
Drive 12.4 mi
1. Drive from Chatham to Swanscombecar 12.4 mi
18 min
£3–5

Chatham to Swanscombe by train

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Distance: 11.4 mi
Duration: 25 min

What companies run services between Chatham, England and Swanscombe, England?

Thameslink operates a train from Chatham to Swanscombe hourly. Tickets cost £6–12 and the journey takes 25 min. Southeastern also services this route 5 times a week. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Chatham station to Railway Station via Bus Station in around 54 min.

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