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New Eltham to Swanscombe train prices and times

Looking to travel from New Eltham to Swanscombe? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as NZD 19.42, with average prices for this route around NZD 19.42.

To get the best deals, we' d recommend buying in advance and researching alternatives such as split tickets.

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Departs	Arrives	Find Tickets
16:09 31m, No direct New Eltham	16:40 Swanscombe	Find Tickets
16:21 27m, Direct New Eltham	16:48 Swanscombe	Find Tickets
16:39 31m, No direct New Eltham	17:10 Swanscombe	Find Tickets
16:50 28m, Direct New Eltham	17:18 Swanscombe	Find Tickets
17:09 31m, No direct New Eltham	17:40 Swanscombe	Find Tickets
17:20 28m, Direct New Eltham	17:48 Paris	Find Tickets

New Eltham to Swanscombe train route details

First train

00:15

Last train

23:50

Departure station

New Eltham

Arrival station

Swanscombe

Journey time

27m

Distance

17 km

Price

NZD 19.42*

Train Operators

Southeastern, Thameslink

How to book cheap train tickets from New Eltham to Swanscombe

Travelling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from New Eltham to Swanscombe during off-peak hours. These times are usually before 06:30, between 09:30 and 16:00, and after 19:00 on weekdays, as well as all day on weekends and bank holidays. Choosing Off-Peak train tickets means benefiting from cheaper fares and less crowded trains, making your journey more enjoyable.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

With a Railcard, you can save up to 1/3 on most rail fares. There are different types of Railcards available, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard, each catering to specific groups of travellers. You can discover more about Railcards here.

Split Tickets for greater savings

Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from New Eltham to Swanscombe, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Did you know that purchasing Advance Tickets can significantly reduce your travel expenses? On average, these tickets can save you an impressive 61% on fares. The best part is that the earlier you book (ideally up to 12 weeks in advance), the greater the savings!

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are travelling in a group, be sure to check out group travel discounts. Many train companies offer a ⅓ off standard fares for groups of three to nine people, making travelling from New Eltham to Swanscombe more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

New Eltham to Swanscombe train ticket types

There are various ticket types available for this route, each with different benefits and restrictions. Explore below to see which ticket type is best suited to your travel needs:

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*Based on Trip.com ticket data from 2023, Split Tickets provided notably lower prices compared to full-price tickets.

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