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

The cheapest way to get from Plumstead to Swanley is to drive which costs £2 - £4 and takes 17 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Plumstead to Swanley is to taxi which takes 17 min and costs £23 - £28.

Is there a direct bus between Plumstead and Swanley?

No, there is no direct bus from Plumstead to Swanley station. However, there are services departing from Plumstead Common / The Ship and arriving at St Mary Cray Station via Kemnal Technology College. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 12m.

Is there a direct train between Plumstead and Swanley?

No, there is no direct train from Plumstead to Swanley. However, there are services departing from Plumstead and arriving at Swanley via London Bridge. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 15m.

How far is it from Plumstead to Swanley?

The distance between Plumstead and Swanley is 12 miles. The road distance is 8.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Plumstead to Swanley without a car is to line 51 bus which takes 1h 12m and costs £4 - £45.

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

It takes approximately 1h 12m to get from Plumstead to Swanley, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Plumstead to Swanley bus from?

Plumstead to Swanley bus services, operated by Go Ahead London, depart from Plumstead Common / The Ship station.

Where do I catch the Plumstead to Swanley train from?

Plumstead to Swanley train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Plumstead station.

Train or bus from Plumstead to Swanley?

The best way to get from Plumstead to Swanley is to line 51 bus which takes 1h 12m and costs £4 - £45. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £11 - £21 and takes 1h 15m.

Where does the Plumstead to Swanley bus arrive?

Plumstead to Swanley bus services, operated by Go Ahead London, arrive at Kemnal Technology College station.

Where does the Plumstead to Swanley train arrive?

Plumstead to Swanley train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at London Bridge station.

Can I drive from Plumstead to Swanley?

Yes, the driving distance between Plumstead to Swanley is 9 miles. It takes approximately 17 min to drive from Plumstead to Swanley.

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

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Where can I stay near Swanley?

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Plumstead to Swanley - 6 ways to travel via train, line 51 bus, taxi, and car

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

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Line 51 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Plumstead Common / The Ship to Kemnal Technology Collegebus 51
1h 12m
£5–43
Drive 8.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Plumstead to Swanleycar 8.5 mi
17 min
£3–4
Train
1. Take the train from Plumstead to London Bridgetrain London Cannon Street - London Cannon Street / ...
2. Take the train from London Bridge to Swanleytrain London Charing Cross - Maidstone East / ...
1h 15m
£11–20
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Plumstead to Swanleytaxi 8.5 mi
17 min
£23–28
Train, line 477 bus
1. Take the train from Plumstead to Dartfordtrain Luton - Rainham / ...
2. Take the bus from Home Gardens to Bartholomew Way Asdabus 477 / ...
1h 15m
Line 96 bus, line 477 bus
1. Take the bus from Lakedale Road to Home Gardensbus 96
2. Take the bus from Home Gardens to Bartholomew Way Asdabus 477 / ...
1h 49m

Plumstead to Swanley by train

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Distance: 11.8 mi
Duration: 1h 12m

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

Go Ahead London operates a bus from Plumstead Common / The Ship to Kemnal Technology College every 15 minutes. Tickets cost £1–40 and the journey takes 43 min. Alternatively, you can take a train from Plumstead to Swanley via London Bridge in around 1h 15m.

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