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Retford to Swanley train prices and times

Looking to travel from Retford to Swanley? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as 115.28 BYN, with average prices for this route around 128.31 BYN.

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

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Thu, Sep 11
From 133.89 BYN
Fri, Sep 12
From 133.89 BYN
Sat, Sep 13
From 115.28 BYN
Sun, Sep 14
From 133.89 BYN
Mon, Sep 15
From 133.89 BYN
Tue, Sep 16
From 133.89 BYN
Wed, Sep 17
From 133.89 BYN

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Departs	Arrives	Find Tickets
20:18 2h 41m, No direct Retford	22:59 Swanley	Find Tickets
21:32 3h 3m, No direct Retford	00:35 +1 Swanley	Find Tickets
23:04 7h 1m, No direct Retford	06:05 +1 Paris	Find Tickets

Retford to Swanley train route details

First train

05:50

Last train

23:04

Departure station

Retford

Arrival station

Swanley

Journey time

2h 32m

Distance

227 km

Price

115.28 BYN*

Train Operators

Southeastern, Thameslink, LNER

How to book cheap train tickets from Retford to Swanley

Travelling in off-peak train times

Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from Retford to Swanley. These tickets are generally cheaper and can be used during quieter periods, typically outside of morning (06:30-09:30) and evening (16:00-19:00) rush hours on weekdays.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Retford to Swanley for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16-25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more here.

Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

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 Retford to Swanley, 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%

Advance Tickets are typically released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can offer significant savings compared to tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Retford to Swanley ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are travelling in a group of three to nine people, take advantage of group travel discounts, offered by most train companies, for a discount of up to 1/3 on standard fares. This can make travelling from Retford to Swanley more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Retford to Swanley train ticket types

Here are different ticket types available for this route, each with its own benefits and restrictions. Here are the options to consider:

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*After comparing the full year of 2023 for Split tickets and full-price tickets on Trip.com, the average savings rate for Split tickets is 30%.

Trains from Retford to Swanley from 115.28 BYN

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