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Trains from Swanley (SAY) to Chester (CTR)

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16

train journeys
per day

179

miles (288 kms)

4hrs 6 mins

fastest journey

04:37 / 00:30

first / last train

0

direct trains (3 or 3 changes)

4

operators run

2

routes

Trains from Swanley (SAY) to Chester (CTR)

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On a typical weekday there are 16 scheduled rail journeys between Swanley and Chester , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 16 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Swanley to Chester is approximately 179 miles (288 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 5hrs 17 mins.

Avanti West Coast, GWR, Transport for Wales, Southeastern are the main train operating companies running services between Swanley and Chester.

There are 2 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Swanley to Chester. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 6 mins.

Journeys from Swanley to Chester Today

  • Mon 6th May
    04:37
    5 hrs 7 mins 3 changes
    09:44
    Swanley
    Chester
    Swanley to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    06:05
    4 hrs 20 mins 3 changes
    10:25
    Swanley
    Chester
    Swanley to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    07:05
    4 hrs 39 mins 3 changes
    11:44
    Swanley
    Chester
    Swanley to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    08:05
    4 hrs 39 mins 3 changes
    12:44
    Swanley
    Chester
    Swanley to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    09:05
    4 hrs 39 mins 3 changes
    13:44
    Swanley
    Chester
    Swanley to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    10:05
    4 hrs 39 mins 3 changes
    14:44
    Swanley
    Chester
    Swanley to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    11:05
    4 hrs 39 mins 3 changes
    15:44
    Swanley
    Chester
    Swanley to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    12:05
    4 hrs 39 mins 3 changes
    16:44
    Swanley
    Chester
    Swanley to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    13:05
    4 hrs 39 mins 3 changes
    17:44
    Swanley
    Chester
    Swanley to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    14:05
    4 hrs 41 mins 3 changes
    18:46
    Swanley
    Chester
    Swanley to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    15:05
    4 hrs 6 mins 3 changes
    19:11
    Swanley
    Chester
    Swanley to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    16:05
    4 hrs 39 mins 3 changes
    20:44
    Swanley
    Chester
    Swanley to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    17:05
    4 hrs 21 mins 3 changes
    21:26
    Swanley
    Chester
    Swanley to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    19:05
    4 hrs 48 mins 3 changes
    23:53
    Swanley
    Chester
    Swanley to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    21:05
    11 hrs 15 mins 3 changes
    08:20
    Swanley
    Chester
    Swanley to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    23:59
    8 hrs 45 mins 3 changes
    08:44
    Swanley
    Chester
    Swanley to Chester

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 Chester Station

Station name Chester (CTR)
Address Chester Station, City Road, Chester, Cheshire, CH1 3NS
Managed by AW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 07:00 - 22:30
Saturday 07:00 - 22:30
Sunday 08:00 - 22:30
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

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

Frequently asked questions about trains between Swanley and Chester

The travel time between Swanley and Chester by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 5hrs 17 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 6 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Swanley and Chester vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 16 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 04:37, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:30.

First class tickets on trains between Swanley and Chester typically offer more space, complimentary food and drink, and other amenities compared to standard class.

Amenities on trains between Swanley and Chester 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 & Chester. owever, there are 16 possible journeys which require a change.

Avanti West Coast, GWR, Transport for Wales, Southeastern are the main train operating companies running services between Swanley and Chester.

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