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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Orpington to Cambridge
Cheapest price
£35
Average price
£47
Fastest journey
1 h 43 m
Average duration
1 h 48 m
Trains per day
50
Distance
92 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Orpington to Cambridge is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Orpington to Cambridge will cost around £47 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £35.
To travel from Orpington to Cambridge you need to make at least one change.
5:581h52Orpington7:50Cambridge£351One-way1 change- 6:201h59Orpington8:19Cambridge£351One-way1 change
- 6:442h04Orpington8:48Cambridge£351One-way1 change
- 6:542h24Orpington9:18Cambridge£351One-way1 change
- 7:212h00Orpington9:21Cambridge£351One-way1 change
- 6:261h43Orpington8:09Cambridge£581One-way1 change
- 6:501h49Orpington8:39Cambridge£581One-way1 change
- 7:201h49Orpington9:09Cambridge£581One-way1 change
- 7:501h49Orpington9:39Cambridge£581One-way1 change
- 8:201h49Orpington10:09Cambridge£581One-way1 change
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Orpington to Cambridge
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Trains from Orpington to Cambridge run on average 4 times per day, taking around 1h 36m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £35 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:51, the last at 23:08. The fastest train covers the 92 km distance in 1h 43m.
Distance 92 km |
Average train duration 1h 36m |
Cheapest ticket price £35 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 1h 43m |
First train 4:51 |
Last train 23:08 |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: Thameslink, Great Northern, Southeastern from Orpington to Cambridge trainsThameslink, Great Northern, Southeastern trains will get you between Orpington and Cambridge from £35. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Orpington to Cambridge train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Orpington to Cambridge by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Cambridge, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Orpington and Cambridge
Most Orpington to Cambridge trains use the Orpington to Cambridge station pair, with some services arriving at Cambridge North. Use this guide to compare Orpington and Cambridge train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Orpington station do trains to Cambridge leave from?
Getting to Orpington from Orpington city centre
Orpington train station facilities and services
Orpington has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Orpington.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Orpington.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Orpington. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Helpline Contact: 0345 322 7021 or Text relay 18001 0345 322 7021 Freephone 0800 783 4524 or Text Relay 18001 0800 783 4524, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Orpington: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Orpington: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Orpington: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A. This station has step free access to all platforms - Access to all platforms and interchange via lifts and stairs, Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not wheelchair accessible, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available to book, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: station forecourt, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Assistance/Help available from station staff from First to Last trains, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Which Cambridge station do trains from Orpington arrive at?
Getting to Cambridge from Cambridge city centre
Cambridge is 1 km from Cambridge city centre. Public transport options include:
Cambridge train station facilities and services
Cambridge has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Cambridge.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Cambridge. ATMs are available at Cambridge.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Cambridge.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Cambridge: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Cambridge: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Cambridge: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: Details of nearest taxis are shown on station information poster, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Cambridge North from Cambridge city centre
Cambridge North is 3 km from Cambridge city centre. Public transport options include:
Cambridge North train station facilities and services
Cambridge North has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Cambridge North.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Cambridge North.
Tickets and information
Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from information point, Helpline Contact: 0800 028 2878.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Cambridge North: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Cambridge North: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Cambridge North: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible taxis: Details of the nearest taxi will be supplied by station staff, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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