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Trains from Swanley (SAY) to Bidston (BID)

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20

train journeys
per day

195

miles (314 kms)

4hrs 4 mins

fastest journey

04:37 / 00:21

first / last train

0

direct trains (3 or 4 changes)

6

operators run

6

routes

Trains from Swanley (SAY) to Bidston (BID)

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On a typical weekday there are 20 scheduled rail journeys between Swanley and Bidston , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 20 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Swanley to Bidston is approximately 195 miles (314 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 5hrs 3 mins.

Thameslink, West Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales, Merseyrail, Southeastern, Avanti West Coast are the main train operating companies running services between Swanley and Bidston.

There are 6 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Swanley to Bidston. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 4 mins.

Journeys from Swanley to Bidston Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    04:37
    5 hrs 3 mins 3 changes
    09:40
    Swanley
    Bidston
    Swanley to Bidston
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:05
    4 hrs 50 mins 3 changes
    10:55
    Swanley
    Bidston
    Swanley to Bidston
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:18
    4 hrs 22 mins 3 changes
    11:40
    Swanley
    Bidston
    Swanley to Bidston
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:18
    4 hrs 22 mins 3 changes
    12:40
    Swanley
    Bidston
    Swanley to Bidston
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:18
    4 hrs 22 mins 3 changes
    13:40
    Swanley
    Bidston
    Swanley to Bidston
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:05
    4 hrs 50 mins 3 changes
    14:55
    Swanley
    Bidston
    Swanley to Bidston
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:05
    4 hrs 35 mins 3 changes
    15:40
    Swanley
    Bidston
    Swanley to Bidston
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:05
    4 hrs 35 mins 3 changes
    16:40
    Swanley
    Bidston
    Swanley to Bidston
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:05
    4 hrs 35 mins 3 changes
    17:40
    Swanley
    Bidston
    Swanley to Bidston
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:46
    4 hrs 24 mins 4 changes
    18:10
    Swanley
    Bidston
    Swanley to Bidston
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:05
    4 hrs 35 mins 3 changes
    18:40
    Swanley
    Bidston
    Swanley to Bidston
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:05
    4 hrs 45 mins 3 changes
    19:50
    Swanley
    Bidston
    Swanley to Bidston
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:46
    4 hrs 34 mins 4 changes
    20:20
    Swanley
    Bidston
    Swanley to Bidston
  • Mon 29th Apr
    16:11
    4 hrs 39 mins 3 changes
    20:50
    Swanley
    Bidston
    Swanley to Bidston
  • Mon 29th Apr
    17:46
    4 hrs 4 mins 3 changes
    21:50
    Swanley
    Bidston
    Swanley to Bidston
  • Mon 29th Apr
    18:11
    4 hrs 39 mins 3 changes
    22:50
    Swanley
    Bidston
    Swanley to Bidston
  • Mon 29th Apr
    18:46
    4 hrs 9 mins 4 changes
    22:55
    Swanley
    Bidston
    Swanley to Bidston
  • Mon 29th Apr
    19:05
    4 hrs 45 mins 3 changes
    23:50
    Swanley
    Bidston
    Swanley to Bidston
  • Mon 29th Apr
    20:46
    9 hrs 54 mins 4 changes
    06:40
    Swanley
    Bidston
    Swanley to Bidston
  • Mon 29th Apr
    23:53
    9 hrs 2 mins 4 changes
    08:55
    Swanley
    Bidston
    Swanley to Bidston

About Swanley Station

Station name Swanley (SAY)
Address Swanley station, Station Approach, off Goldsel Road, Swanley, Kent, BR8 8JD
Managed by SE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:00 - 18:30
Saturday 07:00 - 19:00
Sunday 08:00 - 14:30
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Unavailable
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Unavailable

About Bidston Station

Station name Bidston (BID)
Address Bidston station, Station Approach, Bidston, Merseyside, CH43 7RF
Managed by ME

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday 05:51 - 00:05
Tuesday 05:51 - 00:05
Wednesday 05:51 - 00:05
Thursday 05:51 - 00:05
Friday 05:51 - 00:05
Saturday 05:51 - 00:05
Sunday 08:01 - 00:05
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Unavailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Swanley and Bidston

The travel time between Swanley and Bidston by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 5hrs 3 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 4 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Swanley and Bidston vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 20 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 04:37, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:21.

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Amenities on trains between Swanley and Bidston 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 & Bidston. owever, there are 20 possible journeys which require a change.

Thameslink, West Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales, Merseyrail, Southeastern, Avanti West Coast are the main train operating companies running services between Swanley and Bidston.

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