St Mary Cray to Otford by train
| First train | 05:01 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 00:04 | |
| Departure station | St Mary Cray | |
| Arrival station | Otford | |
| Journey time | From 12m | |
| Distance | 7 miles (11 km) | |
| Frequency | 87 trains per day | |
| Changes | Direct trains available | |
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Taking the train from St Mary Cray to Otford in 12 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from St Mary Cray to Otford? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 15 minutes to travel the 7 miles (11 km) from St Mary Cray to Otford by train, although you can get there in as little as 12 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 87 trains per day running on this route. You won't need to worry about making any changes along the way either as direct trains are available. During your journey, you'll either be travelling with Southeastern or Thameslink, as they are the main operators of services on this route.
Book train tickets from St Mary Cray to Otford in advance instead of buying them on the day and you'll snap up the cheapest fares. 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 Otford by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.
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Cheap train tickets from St Mary Cray to Otford
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Consider a Season Ticket
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