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

The cheapest way to get from Rochester to Swanscombe is to line 700 bus and line 480 bus which costs £3 and takes 46 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Rochester to Swanscombe is to taxi which takes 14 min and costs £35 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Rochester and Swanscombe?

No, there is no direct bus from Rochester station to Swanscombe station. However, there are services departing from Railway Station and arriving at Railway Station via Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 46 min.

Is there a direct train between Rochester and Swanscombe?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Rochester and arriving at Swanscombe. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 21 min.

How far is it from Rochester to Swanscombe?

The distance between Rochester and Swanscombe is 11 miles. The road distance is 10.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Rochester to Swanscombe without a car is to train which takes 21 min and costs £5 - £12.

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

The train from Rochester to Swanscombe takes 21 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Rochester to Swanscombe bus from?

Rochester to Swanscombe bus services, operated by Arriva UK, depart from Railway Station.

Where do I catch the Rochester to Swanscombe train from?

Rochester to Swanscombe train services, operated by Thameslink, depart from Rochester station.

Train or bus from Rochester to Swanscombe?

The best way to get from Rochester to Swanscombe is to train which takes 21 min and costs £5 - £12. Alternatively, you can line 700 bus and line 480 bus, which costs £3 and takes 46 min.

Where does the Rochester to Swanscombe bus arrive?

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

Where does the Rochester to Swanscombe train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Rochester to Swanscombe?

Yes, the driving distance between Rochester to Swanscombe is 11 miles. It takes approximately 14 min to drive from Rochester to Swanscombe.

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

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Where can I stay near Swanscombe?

There are 2444+ hotels available in Swanscombe.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Rochester to Swanscombetrain Gillingham / ...
21 min
£5–12
Line 700 bus, line 480 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Railway Station to Bus Stationbus 700
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Railway Stationbus 480
46 min
£3
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Rochester to Swanscombetaxi 10.9 mi
14 min
£35–45
Drive 10.9 mi
1. Drive from Rochester to Swanscombecar 10.9 mi
14 min
£3–4

Rochester to Swanscombe by train

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Distance: 10.5 mi
Duration: 21 min

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

Thameslink operates a train from Rochester to Swanscombe every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £5–12 and the journey takes 21 min. Southeastern also services this route 5 times a week. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Railway Station to Railway Station via Bus Station in around 46 min.

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