The average train between Swanley and Chester takes 3h 28m and the fastest train takes 3h 17m. The train service runs several times per day from Swanley to Chester. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 2 hours between Swanley and Chester. The earliest departure is at 6:48 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Swanley is at 6:48 PM which arrives into Chester at 10:08 PM. All services require a transfer at London Charing Cross and take an average of 3h 28m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Swanley to Chester? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Swanley to Chester. However, there are services departing from Swanley station and arriving at Chester station via Chester. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 28m.
Swanley to Chester train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from London Euston station.
Swanley to Chester train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at Chester station.
Book your Swanley to Chester train tickets online with Southeastern, London Underground (Tube) and Avanti West Coast.
The distance between Swanley and Chester is 288.4 km. The road distance is 315 km.
Avanti West Coast operates a train from London Euston to Chester every 2 hours. Tickets cost £60–110 and the journey takes 2h 4m.