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Cambridge North to Orpington by train

First train

19:13

Last train

22:50

Departure station

Cambridge North

Arrival station

Orpington

Journey time

From 2h 19m

Distance

59 miles (95 km)

Changes

2 changes

Train operators

Great Northern, Greater Anglia, Southeastern, Thameslink

Travelling from Cambridge North to Orpington by train

Looking to travel from Cambridge North to Orpington by train? You've come to the right place!

On average, it takes around 3 hours 57 minutes to travel from Cambridge North to Orpington by train, the fastest services can get you there in as little as 2 hours 19 minutes though. You'll usually find 0 trains per day running along the 59 miles (95 km) route between these two destinations. You'll need to make 2 changes during the journey to Orpington, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. You can choose to travel with Greater Anglia, Southeastern or Thameslink to get to Orpington. As the main rail operators on this route, their trains offer modern comfortable seating and plenty of space for luggage as standard.

To help you get great train deals, we'll highlight the cheapest train ticket prices from Cambridge North to Orpington in our Journey Planner. Just remember, as well as travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard, the sooner you book your tickets, the more you'll save!

Want to book your train tickets now? Just start a search with us today. If you want to find out more about the journey, scroll up for timetables including live train times, or keep reading for FAQs and tips on how to book cheap train tickets.

Journey details

Want to know more about your journey from Cambridge North to Orpington? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

What's the fastest journey time between Cambridge North and Orpington by train?

The fastest journey time by train from Cambridge North to Orpington is 2 hours and 19 minutes.

Is there a direct train from Cambridge North to Orpington?

No, there are no direct train services from Cambridge North to Orpington. Travelling from Cambridge North to Orpington by train will require a minimum of 2 changes.

What time does the first train from Cambridge North to Orpington leave?

The first train from Cambridge North to Orpington leaves at 19:13. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.

What time does the last train from Cambridge North to Orpington leave?

The last train from Cambridge North to Orpington leaves at 22:50. Trains that depart in the early morning hours or very late evening may be sleeper services, time and services may also vary during weekends and holidays.

What's the distance between Cambridge North and Orpington by train?

Trains travelling from Cambridge North to Orpington cover a distance of around 59 miles (95 km) during the journey.

Looking for more information?

If you’re looking for the return train journey, check out trains from Orpington to Cambridge North.

Cheap train tickets from Cambridge North to Orpington

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† Average savings on advance fares booked at least one week before day of travel vs Anytime fares purchased on day of travel. Subject to availability. Excludes coach.

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