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Trains from Swanley (SAY) to Colchester Town (CET)

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34

train journeys
per day

46

miles (74 kms)

2hrs 17 mins

fastest journey

04:37 / 00:30

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

3

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Swanley (SAY) to Colchester Town (CET)

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On a typical weekday there are 34 scheduled rail journeys between Swanley and Colchester Town , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 34 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Swanley to Colchester Town is approximately 46 miles (74 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs 52 mins.

Abellio Greater Anglia, Thameslink, Southeastern are the main train operating companies running services between Swanley and Colchester Town.

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Swanley to Colchester Town. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 17 mins.

Journeys from Swanley to Colchester Town Today

  • Mon 6th May
    04:37
    3 hrs 14 mins 3 changes
    07:51
    Swanley
    Colchester Town
    Swanley to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    05:33
    2 hrs 54 mins 3 changes
    08:27
    Swanley
    Colchester Town
    Swanley to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    05:41
    3 hrs 7 mins 2 changes
    08:48
    Swanley
    Colchester Town
    Swanley to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    06:46
    2 hrs 17 mins 3 changes
    09:03
    Swanley
    Colchester Town
    Swanley to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    06:48
    2 hrs 59 mins 2 changes
    09:47
    Swanley
    Colchester Town
    Swanley to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    07:46
    2 hrs 17 mins 3 changes
    10:03
    Swanley
    Colchester Town
    Swanley to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    08:05
    2 hrs 42 mins 2 changes
    10:47
    Swanley
    Colchester Town
    Swanley to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    08:46
    2 hrs 17 mins 3 changes
    11:03
    Swanley
    Colchester Town
    Swanley to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    09:05
    2 hrs 42 mins 2 changes
    11:47
    Swanley
    Colchester Town
    Swanley to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    09:46
    2 hrs 17 mins 3 changes
    12:03
    Swanley
    Colchester Town
    Swanley to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    10:05
    2 hrs 42 mins 2 changes
    12:47
    Swanley
    Colchester Town
    Swanley to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    10:46
    2 hrs 17 mins 3 changes
    13:03
    Swanley
    Colchester Town
    Swanley to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    11:05
    2 hrs 42 mins 2 changes
    13:47
    Swanley
    Colchester Town
    Swanley to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    11:46
    2 hrs 17 mins 3 changes
    14:03
    Swanley
    Colchester Town
    Swanley to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    12:05
    2 hrs 42 mins 2 changes
    14:47
    Swanley
    Colchester Town
    Swanley to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    12:46
    2 hrs 41 mins 3 changes
    15:27
    Swanley
    Colchester Town
    Swanley to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    13:05
    2 hrs 42 mins 2 changes
    15:47
    Swanley
    Colchester Town
    Swanley to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    13:46
    2 hrs 17 mins 3 changes
    16:03
    Swanley
    Colchester Town
    Swanley to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    14:05
    2 hrs 42 mins 2 changes
    16:47
    Swanley
    Colchester Town
    Swanley to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    14:46
    2 hrs 41 mins 3 changes
    17:27
    Swanley
    Colchester Town
    Swanley to Colchester Town

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 Colchester Town Station

Station name Colchester Town (CET)
Address Colchester Town station, St. Botolphs Circus, Colchester, Essex, CO2 7EF
Managed by LE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:10 - 20:15
Saturday 07:00 - 18:45
Sunday Closed
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

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

Frequently asked questions about trains between Swanley and Colchester Town

The travel time between Swanley and Colchester Town by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 2hrs 52 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 17 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Swanley and Colchester Town vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 34 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 04:37, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:30.

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Amenities on trains between Swanley and Colchester Town 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 & Colchester Town. owever, there are 34 possible journeys which require a change.

Abellio Greater Anglia, Thameslink, Southeastern are the main train operating companies running services between Swanley and Colchester Town.

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