What is the cheapest way to get from Swanley to Reading?

The cheapest way to get from Swanley to Reading is to drive which costs £14 - £21 and takes 1h 27m.

What is the fastest way to get from Swanley to Reading?

The fastest way to get from Swanley to Reading is to train which takes 1h 23m and costs £30 - £60.

Is there a direct train between Swanley and Reading?

No, there is no direct train from Swanley to Reading. However, there are services departing from Swanley and arriving at Reading via Charing Cross station and London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 23m.

How far is it from Swanley to Reading?

The distance between Swanley and Reading is 55 miles. The road distance is 57.4 miles.

How do I travel from Swanley to Reading without a car?

The best way to get from Swanley to Reading without a car is to train which takes 1h 23m and costs £30 - £60.

How long does it take to get from Swanley to Reading?

It takes approximately 1h 23m to get from Swanley to Reading, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Swanley to Reading train from?

Swanley to Reading train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Swanley station.

Where does the Swanley to Reading train arrive?

Swanley to Reading train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at London Charing Cross station.

Can I drive from Swanley to Reading?

Yes, the driving distance between Swanley to Reading is 57 miles. It takes approximately 1h 27m to drive from Swanley to Reading.

How do I get a train ticket from Swanley to Reading?

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Swanley to Reading - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 233 bus

There are 5 ways to get from Swanley to Reading by train, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Swanley to London Charing CrossMaidstone East - London Charing Cross / ...
2. Take the train from London Paddington to ReadingLondon Paddington - Didcot Parkway / ...
1h 23m
£33–58
Drive 57 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Swanley to Reading57 mi
1h 27m
£15–21
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Swanley to London VictoriaAshford International - London Victoria / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Mereoak Lane - Park & RideUk041 / ...
2h 42m
£17–46
Line 233 bus, line 161 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bartholomew Way Asda to Eltham Bus Station233
2. Take the bus from Eltham Station / Sherard Road to Kingsman Street161
3. Take the train from Woolwich Dockyard to Reading
2h 54m
£35–89
Train, line 37 bus
1. Take the train from Swanley to Peckham Rye
2. Take the bus from Peckham Rye Station to Clapham Junction Station37
3. Take the train from Clapham Junction to Reading
3h 12m
£24–66

Swanley to Reading by train and subway

93Weekly Services

1h 23mAverage Duration

£33Cheapest Price

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Distance: 54.8 mi
Duration: 1h 23m

What companies run services between Swanley, Kent, England and Reading, England?

You can take a train from Swanley to Reading via London Charing Cross, Charing Cross station, Paddington station, and London Paddington in around 1h 23m.

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