What is the cheapest way to get from Gillingham to Swanscombe?

The cheapest way to get from Gillingham to Swanscombe is to line 700 bus which costs £3 and takes 56 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Gillingham to Swanscombe?

The fastest way to get from Gillingham to Swanscombe is to taxi which takes 18 min and costs £30 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Gillingham and Swanscombe?

No, there is no direct bus from Gillingham station to Swanscombe station. However, there are services departing from Waterfront Bus Station and arriving at Railway Station via Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 56 min.

Is there a direct train between Gillingham and Swanscombe?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Gillingham (Kent) and arriving at Swanscombe. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 29 min.

How far is it from Gillingham to Swanscombe?

The distance between Gillingham and Swanscombe is 13 miles. The road distance is 13.9 miles.

How do I travel from Gillingham to Swanscombe without a car?

The best way to get from Gillingham to Swanscombe without a car is to train which takes 29 min and costs £7 - £10.

How long does it take to get from Gillingham to Swanscombe?

The train from Gillingham (Kent) to Swanscombe takes 29 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Gillingham to Swanscombe bus from?

Gillingham to Swanscombe bus services, operated by Arriva UK, depart from Waterfront Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Gillingham to Swanscombe train from?

Gillingham to Swanscombe train services, operated by Thameslink, depart from Gillingham (Kent) station.

Train or bus from Gillingham to Swanscombe?

The best way to get from Gillingham to Swanscombe is to train which takes 29 min and costs £7 - £10. Alternatively, you can line 700 bus, which costs £3 and takes 56 min.

Where does the Gillingham to Swanscombe bus arrive?

Gillingham to Swanscombe bus services, operated by Arriva UK, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Gillingham to Swanscombe train arrive?

Gillingham to Swanscombe train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at Swanscombe station.

Can I drive from Gillingham to Swanscombe?

Yes, the driving distance between Gillingham to Swanscombe is 14 miles. It takes approximately 18 min to drive from Gillingham to Swanscombe.

How do I get a train ticket from Gillingham to Swanscombe?

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Where can I stay near Swanscombe?

There are 2436+ hotels available in Swanscombe.

Gillingham to Swanscombe - 4 ways to travel via train, line 700 bus, and taxi

There are 4 ways to get from Gillingham to Swanscombe by train, bus, taxi, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Gillingham (Kent) to Swanscombetrain Gillingham / ...
29 min
£7–10
Line 700 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Waterfront Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 700
56 min
£3
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Gillingham to Swanscombetaxi 13.8 mi
18 min
£30–40
Drive 13.8 mi
1. Drive from Gillingham to Swanscombecar 13.8 mi
18 min
£4–5

Gillingham to Swanscombe by train

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Distance: 12.9 mi
Duration: 29 min

What companies run services between Gillingham, England and Swanscombe, England?

Thameslink operates a train from Gillingham (Kent) to Swanscombe every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £7–8 and the journey takes 29 min. Southeastern also services this route 5 times a week. Alternatively, Arriva UK operates a bus from Waterfront Bus Station to Bus Station every 20 minutes. Tickets cost £3 and the journey takes 42 min.

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