London Victoria to Swanley Trains From £5.70*

Take the train from London Victoria to Swanley in under half an hour on speedy Southeastern services.

Leave behind London’s urban sprawl and head to Swanley, a Kent town with a regionally acclaimed park and a popular classical music festival. Frequent trains run throughout the day until the early hours, covering the 15 miles between the two stations in just 26 minutes.

Prices from London Victoria to Swanley by train start from just £5.70 when you book in advance with TrainPal. Save even more when you add a Railcard, and choose a stress-free transport option that skips the hassle of driving.

Southeastern connects London with Kent and East Sussex, with regular services leaving London Victoria, Charing Cross, and St Pancras International. Travel to destinations such as Canterbury, Dover, Ashford, Maidstone, and Hastings.

Departing from London Victoria

London Victoria is an accessible and historic station in the heart of London. Housed within a Grade II listed building is one of the UK’s busiest stations.

Conveniently located only a short walk from Westminster, London Victoria provides great access for passengers from around the capital. Getting to London Victoria is simple with efficient Underground links via the Circle, District and Victoria lines. The station is served by London Buses at all hours, while Victoria Coach Station, the capital’s main coach terminal, is only 300 metres away.

At the station, find all the modern amenities required for a comfortable pre-departure experience. Relax with a hot drink in one of several cafes, connect to free Wi-Fi, or browse shops for newspapers, drinks, snacks, flowers, and more. The station has a hairdresser, a shoe repairer, and a pharmacy, as well as step-free access to all platforms, accessible toilets, and Changing Places toilets.

Connecting passengers with destinations across the South East and beyond, travel from London Victoria on Southern, Southeastern, Thameslink, and Gatwick Express services to places like Brighton, Bognor Regis, Dover, Ramsgate, Ashford International, East Grinstead, and Easbourne.

Main stops

On London Victoria to Swanley trains, you will typically call at Denmark Hill, Bromley South, and St Mary Cray before arriving at Swanley.

Arriving at Swanley

Swanley is a practical station serving the town of Swanley, Kent, in zone 8 of Transport for London’s travel areas.

On the Chatham Main Line, the station has four platforms and well-provisioned accessibility features for a comfortable arrival. Step-free access from all platforms, accessible toilets, and an induction loop help all passengers navigate the station safely. Heated waiting rooms on platforms 1/2 and 3/4 are only available when staff are present, while the station also has a coffee kiosk and vending machines for light snacks and drinks.

Situated just half a mile from Swanley town centre, the station provides excellent access to Swanley and the surrounding villages. Visitors head to Swanley Park, with its 60 acres of parkland, plus a paddling pool and boat lake, which is only a five-minute walk from the station.

A pick-up point is available, while local buses collect passengers from four bus stops immediately outside the station (on St Mary’s Road and Azalea Drive). Travel to Crockenhill, Wilmington, and Dartford on the 477, or Eltham and Sidcup on the 233.

Most trains that call are run by Southeastern, while some are operated by Thameslink. Board services to London Charing Cross, London Victoria, London Blackfriars, Gillingham, Sevenoaks, Maidstone East, and Ashford International, among other top destinations in and around the capital.

Southeastern train classes

There are no First Class seats on Southeastern trains, so you can’t get a London Victoria to Swanley First Class ticket with the operator.

Travelling in Standard Class with Southeastern guarantees passengers comfortable seating, free Wi-Fi, and at-seat power sockets. On-board toilets are available, with live information displays showing up-to-date information. Buy cheap tickets from London to Swanley without missing out on the relaxing train experience!

Southeastern train travel advice

• Children: Under 5s travel free on Southeastern trains, while kids aged 5-15 are eligible for half-price fares. At Off-Peak times, special offers allow kids to travel for £1.
• Pets: Take your companion animal from London to Swanley at no extra charge. Each (human) passenger can travel with up to two small pets, so long as dogs stay on a lead and smaller animals are held in a secure carrier.
• Luggage: Bring up to three items of luggage on Southeastern services free of charge. This typically refers to two larger bags and one item of hand luggage.
• Bicycles: Standard bikes and electric bikes are permitted on all Off-Peak and weekend services from London Victoria to Swanley. On some Peak routes, you may not be allowed to board with a bike.
• Passenger Assist: Passengers needing a helping hand can book assistance in advance or speak to staff at the station on the day. Help available ranges from luggage support to boarding ramps, among many other things.

*Information is subject to change. Please check the latest train timetable before your trip.