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It takes an average of 4h 48m to travel from Bournemouth to Orpington by train, over a distance of around 96 miles (154 km). There are normally 10 trains per day travelling from Bournemouth to Orpington and tickets for this journey start from £78.90 when you book in advance.
| First train | 04:39 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 22:12 | |
| Departure station | Bournemouth | |
| Arrival station | Orpington | |
| Journey time | From 2h 48m | |
| Distance | 96 miles (154 km) | |
| Frequency | 10 trains per day | |
| Changes | 2 changes | |
| Price | From £78.90 | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, South Western Railway, Southeastern, Southern, Thameslink |
Taking the train from Bournemouth to Orpington in 2 hours 48 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Bournemouth to Orpington? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 4 hours 48 minutes to travel the 96 miles (154 km) from Bournemouth to Orpington by train, although you can get there in as little as 2 hours 48 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 10 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 2 changes along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. You're likely to be travelling with South Western Railway, Southeastern or Thameslink to Orpington. As the main train operators on this route, all offer plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating as standard.
Book train tickets from Bournemouth to Orpington in advance instead of buying them on the day and they can start from £78.90. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices in our Journey Planner, for example when you travel at Off-Peak times or use a Railcard.
If you're feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to Orpington by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.
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How do I find cheap train tickets from Bournemouth to Orpington?
As most UK train companies increase their prices as the departure date approaches, our Trainline team of experts have put together these tips to help you find the cheapest tickets.
1. Book in advance
2. Sign up to Ticket Alert
3. Use a Railcard
4. Book split tickets
5. Travel Off-Peak
6. Consider a Season Ticket
For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.