How to get from Croydon to Swanley by bus and train?

From Croydon to Swanley by bus and train

To get from Croydon to Swanley in Sevenoaks, take the SL5 bus from East Croydon Bus Station (E1) station to Bromley South Station (B) station. Next, take the SOUTHEASTERN train from Bromley South station to Swanley station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 46 min. The ride fare is £7.55.

46min£7.55
Walk to bus station
Bus - SL5SL5
Train - SOUTHEASTERN
Leaves from East Croydon Bus Station (E1)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    East Croydon Bus Station (E1)
    ID E1
    100 m • 2 min
  • 2
    Bus - SL5SL5
    Wait for bus
    SL5
    Bromley North
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Bromley South Station (B)
    ID B
    27 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Bromley South
    90 m • 2 min
  • 5
    Train - SOUTHEASTERN
    Wait for train
    SOUTHEASTERN
    Dover Priory
  • 6
    Ride to train station Swanley
    Ride to train station
    Swanley
    10 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Croydon to Swanley by bus and train via SL5 and THAMESLINK

To get from Croydon to Swanley in Sevenoaks, take the SL5 bus from East Croydon Bus Station (E1) station to Bromley South Station (B) station. Next, take the THAMESLINK train from Bromley South station to Swanley station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 51 min. The ride fare is £7.55.

51min£7.55
Walk to bus station
Bus - SL5SL5
Train - THAMESLINK
Leaves from East Croydon Bus Station (E1)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    East Croydon Bus Station (E1)
    ID E1
    100 m • 2 min
  • 2
    Bus - SL5SL5
    Wait for bus
    SL5
    Bromley North
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Bromley South Station (B)
    ID B
    27 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Bromley South
    90 m • 2 min
  • 5
    Train - THAMESLINK
    Wait for train
    THAMESLINK
    Sevenoaks
  • 6
    Ride to train station Swanley
    Ride to train station
    Swanley
    11 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Croydon to Swanley

The distance between Croydon, Sevenoaks and Swanley, Sevenoaks is approximately 20.66 km, which can typically be travelled in 46 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Croydon to Swanley by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Sevenoaks – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Public transport stations close to Croydon

Croydon is located at Croydon, Sevenoaks and the nearest public transport station is East Croydon Bus Station (E1).

Train stations close to Croydon:

  • East Croydon

Bus stations close to Croydon:

  • East Croydon Bus Station (E1)
  • East Croydon Bus Station (E2)
  • East Croydon Bus Station (E3)

Public transport stations close to Swanley, Sevenoaks

Swanley is located at Swanley, Sevenoaks and the nearest public transport station is Railway Station Azalea Drive, Swanley.

Train stations close to Swanley:

  • Eynsford

Bus stations close to Swanley:

  • Railway Station Azalea Drive, Swanley
  • Swanley
  • Goldsel Road Bridge, Crockenhill

Related Routes

Alternative route from Croydon to Swanley by bus and train via SL5 and THAMESLINK

To get from Croydon to Swanley in Sevenoaks, take the SL5 bus from East Croydon Bus Station (E1) station to Bromley South Station (B) station. Next, take the THAMESLINK train from Bromley South station to Swanley station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 51 min. The ride fare is £7.55.

51min£7.55
Walk to bus station
Bus - SL5SL5
Train - THAMESLINK
Leaves from East Croydon Bus Station (E1)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    East Croydon Bus Station (E1)
    ID E1
    100 m • 2 min
  • 2
    Bus - SL5SL5
    Wait for bus
    SL5
    Bromley North
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Bromley South Station (B)
    ID B
    27 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Bromley South
    90 m • 2 min
  • 5
    Train - THAMESLINK
    Wait for train
    THAMESLINK
    Sevenoaks
  • 6
    Ride to train station Swanley
    Ride to train station
    Swanley
    11 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Croydon to Swanley?

    The fastest way takes 46 minutes, using Bus line SL5, Bus line SOUTHEASTERN.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Croydon to Swanley?

    The alternative route takes 51 minutes, using Bus line SL5, Bus line THAMESLINK.

  • Is there a direct bus between Croydon and Swanley?

    No, you’ll have to take one bus line and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 46 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Croydon to Swanley?

    The SL5 bus line goes from East Croydon Bus Station (E1) station near Croydon in London to Bromley North station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till Bromley North station near Swanley in Sevenoaks.

  • How long does it take to travel from Croydon to Swanley by bus and train?

    The total travel time between Croydon in London and Swanley in Sevenoaks by bus and train is about 46 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Croydon to get to Swanley?

    Get on the SL5 bus from the East Croydon Bus Station (E1) stop near Croydon in London.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Croydon and Swanley?

    Get off the bus at the Bromley North station, which is closest to Swanley in Sevenoaks.

  • How much is the bus fare from Croydon to Swanley?

    The ride from Croydon to Swanley costs £7.55.