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Outbound fromSwanley to Andover by train
It takes an average of 2h 12m to travel from Swanley to Andover by train, over a distance of around 73 miles (117 km). There are normally 2 trains per day travelling from Swanley to Andover and tickets for this journey start from £33.70 when you book in advance.
How to travel from Swanley to Andover by train
Want to find out more about taking the train from Swanley to Andover? Look no further.
You'll usually find 2 trains per day running between Swanley and Andover, which usually take 2 hours 12 minutes to complete the 73 miles (117 km) journey. It can take as little as 2 hours 10 minutes on the fastest services though, if you want to get there as quickly as possible. Although there aren't any direct services on this line, it's still easy to travel to Andover by train, you'll just need to make 3 changes along the way. South Western Railway, Southeastern or Thameslink are the main rail operators on this route, all of which offer modern trains with plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating.
Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to search for cheap ticket prices and we'll show you how much you can save. Tickets from Swanley to Andover start from £33.70 when you book in advance. Travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard can also help you save.
Keen to book your train tickets to Andover? No need to wait, start a search with us today! If you want to find out a bit more about the journey first, you can find our train timetable with live train times above, and tips on booking cheap tickets and our FAQs further down the page.
FAQs about the train journey from Swanley to Andover
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Cheap train tickets from Swanley to Andover
Book in advance
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Consider a Season Ticket
If you catch this train more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket for Swanley to Andover is right for you.
Use your Railcard
National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel a few times or more in a year. Find out how you can save with a National Railcard here.
Split your tickets
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For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.