Petts Wood to Swanley by train
| First train | 04:24 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 23:58 | |
| Departure station | Petts Wood | |
| Arrival station | Swanley | |
| Journey time | From 11m | |
| Distance | 4 miles (7 km) | |
| Frequency | 62 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
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Taking the train from Petts Wood to Swanley in 11 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Petts Wood to Swanley? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 30 minutes to travel the 4 miles (7 km) from Petts Wood to Swanley by train, although you can get there in as little as 11 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 62 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 1 change along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. During your journey, you'll either be travelling with Southeastern or Thameslink, as they are the main operators of services on this route.
Book train tickets from Petts Wood to Swanley in advance instead of buying them on the day and you'll snap up the cheapest fares. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices in our Journey Planner, for example when you travel at Off-Peak times or use a Railcard.
If you're feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to Swanley by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.
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Cheap train tickets from Petts Wood to Swanley
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