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Trains from Reading Stations to Swale (SWL)

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20

train journeys
per day

74

miles (119 kms)

2hrs 21 mins

fastest journey

03:54 / 00:25

first / last train

0

direct trains (3 or 3 changes)

2

operators run

3

routes

Trains from Reading Stations to Swale (SWL)

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

The distance by rail from Reading Stations to Swale is approximately 74 miles (119 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs 59 mins.

GWR, Southeastern are the main train operating companies running services between Reading Stations and Swale.

There are 3 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Reading to Swale. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 21 mins.

Journeys from Reading Stations to Swale Today

  • Mon 20th May
    03:54
    3 hrs 38 mins 3 changes
    07:32
    Reading
    Swale
    Reading to Swale
  • Mon 20th May
    06:00
    2 hrs 32 mins 3 changes
    08:32
    Reading
    Swale
    Reading to Swale
  • Mon 20th May
    07:02
    2 hrs 30 mins 3 changes
    09:32
    Reading
    Swale
    Reading to Swale
  • Mon 20th May
    08:10
    2 hrs 22 mins 3 changes
    10:32
    Reading
    Swale
    Reading to Swale
  • Mon 20th May
    09:11
    2 hrs 21 mins 3 changes
    11:32
    Reading
    Swale
    Reading to Swale
  • Mon 20th May
    10:08
    2 hrs 24 mins 3 changes
    12:32
    Reading
    Swale
    Reading to Swale
  • Mon 20th May
    11:04
    2 hrs 28 mins 3 changes
    13:32
    Reading
    Swale
    Reading to Swale
  • Mon 20th May
    12:04
    2 hrs 28 mins 3 changes
    14:32
    Reading
    Swale
    Reading to Swale
  • Mon 20th May
    13:07
    2 hrs 25 mins 3 changes
    15:32
    Reading
    Swale
    Reading to Swale
  • Mon 20th May
    14:11
    2 hrs 21 mins 3 changes
    16:32
    Reading
    Swale
    Reading to Swale
  • Mon 20th May
    15:11
    2 hrs 21 mins 3 changes
    17:32
    Reading
    Swale
    Reading to Swale
  • Mon 20th May
    16:04
    2 hrs 28 mins 3 changes
    18:32
    Reading
    Swale
    Reading to Swale
  • Mon 20th May
    17:05
    2 hrs 27 mins 3 changes
    19:32
    Reading
    Swale
    Reading to Swale
  • Mon 20th May
    18:00
    2 hrs 32 mins 3 changes
    20:32
    Reading
    Swale
    Reading to Swale
  • Mon 20th May
    19:03
    2 hrs 29 mins 3 changes
    21:32
    Reading
    Swale
    Reading to Swale
  • Mon 20th May
    20:00
    2 hrs 32 mins 3 changes
    22:32
    Reading
    Swale
    Reading to Swale
  • Mon 20th May
    21:03
    2 hrs 29 mins 3 changes
    23:32
    Reading
    Swale
    Reading to Swale
  • Mon 20th May
    22:20
    3 hrs 15 mins 3 changes
    01:35
    Reading
    Swale
    Reading to Swale
  • Mon 20th May
    23:12
    6 hrs 12 mins 3 changes
    05:24
    Reading
    Swale
    Reading to Swale
  • Mon 20th May
    23:55
    7 hrs 37 mins 3 changes
    07:32
    Reading
    Swale
    Reading to Swale

About Reading Stations Station

Station name Reading Stations (137)
Address Sittingbourne station, St. Michaels Road, Sittingbourne, Kent, ME10 3ED
Managed by SE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:00 - 19:30
Saturday 07:00 - 19:00
Sunday 07:10 - 18:40
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

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

About Swale Station

Station name Swale (SWL)
Address Swale station, Sheppey Way, near Sittingbourne, Kent, ME9 8SS
Managed by SE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office No

Other Facilities

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

Frequently asked questions about trains between Reading Stations and Swale

The travel time between Reading Stations and Swale by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 2hrs 59 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 21 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Reading Stations and Swale 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 03:54, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:25.

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

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

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Reading Stations & Swale. owever, there are 20 possible journeys which require a change.

GWR, Southeastern are the main train operating companies running services between Reading Stations and Swale.

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