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Outbound fromSwanley to Maidstone by train
It takes an average of 33m to travel from Swanley to Maidstone by train, over a distance of around 17 miles (28 km). There are normally 68 trains per day travelling from Swanley to Maidstone and tickets for this journey start from £5.40 when you book in advance.
Taking the train from Swanley to Maidstone in 30 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Swanley to Maidstone? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 33 minutes to travel the 17 miles (28 km) from Swanley to Maidstone by train, although you can get there in as little as 30 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 68 trains per day running on this route. You won't need to worry about making any changes along the way either as direct trains are available. As the main train operator on this route, you'll probably be travelling with Southeastern for all or at least part of your journey to Maidstone.
Book train tickets from Swanley to Maidstone in advance instead of buying them on the day and they can start from £5.40. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices in our Journey Planner, for example when you travel at Off-Peak times or use a Railcard.
If you're feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to Maidstone by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.
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Cheap train tickets from Swanley to Maidstone
Book in advance
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Consider a Season Ticket
If you catch this train more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket for Swanley to Maidstone is right for you.
Use your Railcard
National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel a few times or more in a year. Find out how you can save with a National Railcard here.
Split your tickets
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For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.