# Train times from Chestfield & Swalecliffe to London

Chestfield & Swalecliffe connects to 3 London terminals. The fastest route is St Pancras in 79 minutes on a direct train.

- Fastest journey to London: 79 minutes to St Pancras
- Direct service: Yes
- London terminals served: 3 (St Pancras, London Bridge, Victoria)
- Operator: Thameslink, East Midlands Railway, Southeastern high speed
- Source: Darwin Timetable Files (Rail Delivery Group), Open Government Licence v3.0
- Data reviewed: 2026-08-17

## Chestfield & Swalecliffe to each London terminal

| London terminal | Fastest | Fastest direct | Typical peak | Peak trains/hr | Operator |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| St Pancras | 79 min | same as fastest | 110 | 0.8 | Thameslink, East Midlands Railway, Southeastern high speed |
| London Bridge | 85 min | same as fastest | 85 | 0.8 | Southeastern, Southern, Thameslink |
| Victoria | 85 min | same as fastest | 95 | 1.2 | Southeastern, Southern |

## Frequently asked questions

### How long does the train from Chestfield & Swalecliffe to London take?

The fastest train from Chestfield & Swalecliffe reaches London St Pancras in 79 minutes. Chestfield & Swalecliffe connects to 3 London terminals: St Pancras, London Bridge, Victoria.

### Which London station should I travel to from Chestfield & Swalecliffe?

St Pancras is the quickest at 79 minutes, on a direct service. Direct trains run to St Pancras, London Bridge, Victoria.

### Is Chestfield & Swalecliffe a good commuter town for London?

At 79 minutes to London St Pancras, Chestfield & Swalecliffe is a longer commute, typically traded off against more space and lower housing costs. Direct trains keep the journey simple.

### Are there direct trains from Chestfield & Swalecliffe to London?

Yes. Direct services run to St Pancras, London Bridge, Victoria.

### What are the nearest stations to Chestfield & Swalecliffe?

The closest alternatives are Whitstable, Herne Bay, Sturry. These can offer a faster or cheaper route into London depending on where you live.

## About this data

Fastest is the quickest scheduled weekday service; typical peak is the median of
services arriving at the London terminal between 07:00 and 09:30. Computed from
Darwin Timetable Files published by the Rail Delivery Group under the Open
Government Licence. Not live times, and they exclude disruption and engineering
work. Full methodology: https://railreach.co.uk/about/

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