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Trip Summary
8 trains operate daily from Chatham to Swanscombe. The train trip from Chatham to Swanscombe is usually about 25 minutes long. However, be prepared just in case your train arrives slightly earlier or later than scheduled.
| Distance | 10 mi (17 km) |
| Fastest train | 0h 25m |
| Lowest price | $8.54 |
| Trains per day | 8 |
| Most frequent service | Thameslink |
| Train lines | 2 |
Which train should you take from Chatham to Swanscombe?
2 train services operate from Chatham to Swanscombe. Thameslink usually has more trains scheduled, with 7 trips per day. That said, it's still worth comparing the prices and trip durations:
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Southeastern | 1 | 0h 27m | $9.04 |
| Thameslink | 7 | 0h 25m | $8.75 |
Southeastern is a rail franchise that operates passenger train services between central London and southeast England. The company's fleet of over 300 trains stops at 180 stations across London, Kent, and East Sussex, and standard and first-class fares are available. First-class passengers enjoy dedicated areas, larger seats, more legroom, and a quieter travel experience. Onboard restrooms are available for all passengers.
Thameslink services run 24 hours a day with trains usually every 20-30 minutes, and coverage within the regions of Kent, Surrey, and Hertfordshire, plus service to London. Thameslink has separate first-class cars, and standard-class seating may be standing room only during peak hours.
Frequently Asked Questions
Thursday tends to be the busiest day of the week with travelers taking trains from Chatham to Swanscombe. Ticket price also tend to be more expensive on Thursday than other days. If you are hoping to have more room on the train and even save some change check out travel options on Thursday instead, as less people travel then and deals are more likely to be found.
The earliest train departs Chatham at 5:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 2:00pm. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.
There are 8 daily scheduled trains, all of which are direct trains that take you the entire way from Chatham to Swanscombe.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Swanscombe to Chatham.
City Information
Station Information
Where is the train station in Chatham?
Main departure station: Railway Street
There is one train station in Chatham.
All train stations in Chatham:
Railway Street
Where is the train station in Swanscombe?
Main arrival station: Swanscombe Train Station
Swanscombe has one train station.
All train stations in Swanscombe:
Swanscombe Train Station
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