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Orpington to Botley by train

First train

05:03

Last train

05:03

Departure station

Orpington

Arrival station

Botley

Journey time

From 2h 38m

Distance

66 miles (107 km)

Changes

4 changes

Train operators

South Western Railway, Southeastern, Thameslink, Southern

Take the train from Orpington to Botley in 2 hours 38 minutes

If you want to travel from Orpington to Botley by train, you've come to the right place.

You can expect the journey from Orpington to Botley by train to take around 2 hours 38 minutes. If you want to get there as quickly as possible, it can take as little as 2 hours 38 minutes on the fastest services. You'll usually find around 0 trains per day running on this route, which spans 66 miles (107 km). You'll have to make 4 changes along the way on your journey to Botley. You can travel on this route with either South Western Railway, Southeastern or Thameslink. As the main train operators on this route, all offer comfortable seating and plenty of space for luggage as standard.

Train tickets from Orpington to Botley are usually cheaper when you book in advance compared to buying them on the day. Travelling during Off-Peak times or using a Railcard can also help you save money on train travel. Start a search in our Journey Planner to check out the latest prices.

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Journey details

Want to know more about your journey from Orpington to Botley? 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 Orpington and Botley by train?

The fastest journey time by train from Orpington to Botley is 2 hours and 38 minutes.

Is there a direct train from Orpington to Botley?

No, there are no direct train services from Orpington to Botley. Travelling from Orpington to Botley by train will require a minimum of 4 changes.

What time does the first train from Orpington to Botley leave?

The first train from Orpington to Botley leaves at 05:03. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.

What time does the last train from Orpington to Botley leave?

The last train from Orpington to Botley leaves at 05:03. 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 Orpington and Botley by train?

Trains travelling from Orpington to Botley cover a distance of around 66 miles (107 km) during the journey.

Cheap train tickets from Orpington to Botley

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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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