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Trains from Swanley (SAY) to Reading

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77

train journeys
per day

49

miles (79 kms)

1hrs 37 mins

fastest journey

04:35 / 00:23

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 4 changes)

6

operators run

7

routes

Trains from Swanley (SAY) to Reading

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On a typical weekday there are 77 scheduled rail journeys between Swanley and Reading , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 77 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Swanley to Reading is approximately 49 miles (79 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs.

Southeastern, South Western Railway, GWR, Thameslink, Elizabeth Line, Southern are the main train operating companies running services between Swanley and Reading.

There are 7 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Swanley to Reading. The fastest journey time on this route takes 1hrs 37 mins.

Map of the rail routes from Swanley to Reading

Journeys from Swanley to Reading Today

  • Mon 4th Nov
    04:35
    2 hrs 16 mins3 changes
    06:51
    Swanley
    Reading
    Swanley to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    05:34
    1 hrs 49 mins4 changes
    07:23
    Swanley
    Reading
    Swanley to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    05:41
    1 hrs 57 mins3 changes
    07:38
    Swanley
    Reading
    Swanley to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    06:11
    1 hrs 43 mins2 changes
    07:54
    Swanley
    Reading
    Swanley to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    06:19
    1 hrs 52 mins4 changes
    08:11
    Swanley
    Reading
    Swanley to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    06:41
    1 hrs 45 mins2 changes
    08:26
    Swanley
    Reading
    Swanley to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    06:48
    1 hrs 53 mins3 changes - overtaken train
    08:41
    Swanley
    Reading
    Swanley to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    06:49
    1 hrs 52 mins4 changes
    08:41
    Swanley
    Reading
    Swanley to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    07:11
    1 hrs 44 mins2 changes - overtaken train
    08:55
    Swanley
    Reading
    Swanley to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    07:18
    1 hrs 37 mins3 changes
    08:55
    Swanley
    Reading
    Swanley to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    07:19
    1 hrs 52 mins4 changes
    09:11
    Swanley
    Reading
    Swanley to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    07:41
    1 hrs 46 mins2 changes - overtaken train
    09:27
    Swanley
    Reading
    Swanley to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    07:48
    1 hrs 39 mins3 changes
    09:27
    Swanley
    Reading
    Swanley to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    07:49
    1 hrs 52 mins4 changes
    09:41
    Swanley
    Reading
    Swanley to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    08:11
    1 hrs 44 mins2 changes - overtaken train
    09:55
    Swanley
    Reading
    Swanley to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    08:18
    1 hrs 37 mins3 changes
    09:55
    Swanley
    Reading
    Swanley to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    08:19
    1 hrs 52 mins4 changes
    10:11
    Swanley
    Reading
    Swanley to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    08:41
    1 hrs 45 mins2 changes - overtaken train
    10:26
    Swanley
    Reading
    Swanley to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    08:48
    1 hrs 38 mins3 changes
    10:26
    Swanley
    Reading
    Swanley to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    08:49
    1 hrs 49 mins4 changes
    10:38
    Swanley
    Reading
    Swanley to Reading

About Swanley Station

Station name Swanley (SAY)
AddressSwanley station, Station Approach, off Goldsel Road, Swanley, Kent, BR8 8JD
Managed bySE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office HoursMonday to Friday 06:00 - 18:30
Saturday 07:00 - 19:00
Sunday 08:00 - 14:30
Ticket on DepartureAvailable
From Ticket MachinesYes
From ticket officeYes

Other Facilities

ToiletsAvailable
Baby changeUnavailable
ShowersUnavailable
Waiting RoomUnavailable
WiFiUnavailable
ATM MachineUnavailable

About Reading Station

Station name Reading (RDG)
AddressReading station, Station Hill, Reading, Berkshire, RG1 1LZ
Managed byNR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office HoursMonday to Friday 06:15 - 22:00
Saturday 06:15 - 22:00
Sunday 07:15 - 22:00
Ticket on DepartureAvailable
From Ticket MachinesYes
From ticket officeYes

Other Facilities

ToiletsAvailable
Baby changeAvailable
ShowersUnavailable
Waiting RoomAvailable
WiFiAvailable
ATM MachineAvailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Swanley and Reading

The travel time between Swanley and Reading by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 2hrs & the fastest journey takes 1hrs 37 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Swanley and Reading vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 77 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 04:35, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:23.

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Amenities on trains between Swanley and Reading can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Swanley & Reading. owever, there are 77 possible journeys which require a change.

Southeastern, South Western Railway, GWR, Thameslink, Elizabeth Line, Southern are the main train operating companies running services between Swanley and Reading.

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between Swanley and Reading, but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.