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Trains from Swanscombe to Cathays (CYS)

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46

train journeys
per day

150

miles (241 kms)

3hrs 58 mins

fastest journey

04:55 / 00:07

first / last train

0

direct trains (3 or 4 changes)

5

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Swanscombe to Cathays (CYS)

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On a typical weekday there are 46 scheduled rail journeys between Swanscombe and Cathays , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 46 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Swanscombe to Cathays is approximately 150 miles (241 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs 37 mins.

Elizabeth Line, Thameslink, GWR, Transport for Wales, Southeastern are the main train operating companies running services between Swanscombe and Cathays.

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Swanscombe to Cathays. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 58 mins.

Journeys from Swanscombe to Cathays Today

  • Mon 27th May
    04:55
    4 hrs 7 mins 3 changes
    09:02
    Swanscombe
    Cathays
    Swanscombe to Cathays
  • Mon 27th May
    05:34
    3 hrs 58 mins 3 changes
    09:32
    Swanscombe
    Cathays
    Swanscombe to Cathays
  • Mon 27th May
    05:55
    4 hrs 7 mins 3 changes
    10:02
    Swanscombe
    Cathays
    Swanscombe to Cathays
  • Mon 27th May
    06:34
    3 hrs 58 mins 3 changes
    10:32
    Swanscombe
    Cathays
    Swanscombe to Cathays
  • Mon 27th May
    06:55
    4 hrs 7 mins 3 changes
    11:02
    Swanscombe
    Cathays
    Swanscombe to Cathays
  • Mon 27th May
    07:01
    4 hrs 1 min 4 changes
    11:02
    Swanscombe
    Cathays
    Swanscombe to Cathays
  • Mon 27th May
    07:34
    3 hrs 58 mins 3 changes
    11:32
    Swanscombe
    Cathays
    Swanscombe to Cathays
  • Mon 27th May
    07:55
    4 hrs 7 mins 3 changes
    12:02
    Swanscombe
    Cathays
    Swanscombe to Cathays
  • Mon 27th May
    08:00
    4 hrs 2 mins 4 changes
    12:02
    Swanscombe
    Cathays
    Swanscombe to Cathays
  • Mon 27th May
    08:34
    3 hrs 58 mins 3 changes
    12:32
    Swanscombe
    Cathays
    Swanscombe to Cathays
  • Mon 27th May
    08:55
    4 hrs 7 mins 3 changes
    13:02
    Swanscombe
    Cathays
    Swanscombe to Cathays
  • Mon 27th May
    09:00
    4 hrs 2 mins 4 changes
    13:02
    Swanscombe
    Cathays
    Swanscombe to Cathays
  • Mon 27th May
    09:34
    3 hrs 58 mins 3 changes
    13:32
    Swanscombe
    Cathays
    Swanscombe to Cathays
  • Mon 27th May
    09:55
    4 hrs 7 mins 3 changes
    14:02
    Swanscombe
    Cathays
    Swanscombe to Cathays
  • Mon 27th May
    10:00
    4 hrs 2 mins 4 changes
    14:02
    Swanscombe
    Cathays
    Swanscombe to Cathays
  • Mon 27th May
    10:34
    3 hrs 58 mins 3 changes
    14:32
    Swanscombe
    Cathays
    Swanscombe to Cathays
  • Mon 27th May
    10:55
    4 hrs 7 mins 3 changes
    15:02
    Swanscombe
    Cathays
    Swanscombe to Cathays
  • Mon 27th May
    11:00
    4 hrs 2 mins 4 changes
    15:02
    Swanscombe
    Cathays
    Swanscombe to Cathays
  • Mon 27th May
    11:34
    3 hrs 58 mins 3 changes
    15:32
    Swanscombe
    Cathays
    Swanscombe to Cathays
  • Mon 27th May
    11:55
    4 hrs 7 mins 3 changes
    16:02
    Swanscombe
    Cathays
    Swanscombe to Cathays

About Swanscombe Station

Station name Swanscombe (SWM)
Address Swanscombe station, High Street, Swanscombe, Kent, DA10 0AG
Managed by SE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:10 - 12:50
Saturday 08:40 - 15:20
Sunday Closed
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Unavailable
Baby change Unavailable
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Unavailable

About Cathays Station

Station name Cathays (CYS)
Address Cathays station, Plas-y-Parc, Cardiff, Cardiff, CF10 3LU
Managed by AW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 07:30 - 18:30
Saturday 09:30 - 15:30
Sunday Closed
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Unavailable
Baby change Unavailable
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Unavailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Swanscombe and Cathays

The travel time between Swanscombe and Cathays by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 4hrs 37 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 58 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Swanscombe and Cathays vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 46 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 04:55, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:07.

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Amenities on trains between Swanscombe and Cathays can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Swanscombe & Cathays. owever, there are 46 possible journeys which require a change.

Elizabeth Line, Thameslink, GWR, Transport for Wales, Southeastern are the main train operating companies running services between Swanscombe and Cathays.

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between Swanscombe and Cathays, but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.