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Swanley to Manchester Train prices and times

Planning a journey from Swanley to Manchester? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as 590,42 kr, with average prices for this route around 590,42 kr. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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Departure	Arrival	Find Tickets
16:35 3 timme 30 minut, Changes required Swanley	20:05 Manchester Piccadilly	Find Tickets
16:49 3 timme 30 minut, Changes required Swanley	20:19 Manchester Piccadilly	Find Tickets
17:05 3 timme 39 minut, Changes required Swanley	20:44 Manchester Piccadilly	Find Tickets
17:19 3 timme 25 minut, Changes required Swanley	20:44 Manchester Piccadilly	Find Tickets
17:35 3 timme 30 minut, Changes required Swanley	21:05 Manchester Piccadilly	Find Tickets
17:49 3 timme 30 minut, Changes required Swanley	21:19 Paris	Find Tickets

Swanley to Manchester Train Route Details

First train

04:34

Last train

22:49

Departure station

Swanley

Arrival station

Manchester

Journey time

3 timme 25 minut

Distance

284 km

Price

590,42 kr*

Train operators

Avanti West Coast, Southeastern, CrossCountry

How to book cheap train tickets from Swanley to Manchester

Traveling in off-peak train times

Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from Swanley to Manchester. These tickets are generally cheaper and can be used during quieter periods, typically outside of morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

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 travelers. 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 Swanley to Manchester, 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 Swanley to Manchester ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are planning a trip with a group of three to nine people, take advantage of ⅓ off standard fares with group travel discounts, offered by many train companies, perfect for journeys with your family, friends, or colleagues.

Swanley to Manchester 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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