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Down House
Gallery and museum space at Down House presenting Darwin’s work, family life and scientific legacy in an accessible setting.
Cheapest price
£83
Average price
£84
Fastest journey
1 h 50 m
Average duration
1 h 55 m
Trains per day
12
Distance
117 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Southampton to Orpington is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Southampton to Orpington will cost around £84 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £83.
To travel from Southampton to Orpington you need to make at least one change.










The table below shows live departures for Southampton to Orpington trains for today, Monday 3 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 4:52 Southampton | 2h15 | 7:07 Orpington | 1 change | |
![]() | 5:15 Southampton | 2h24 | 7:39 Orpington | 3 changes | |
![]() | 5:55 Southampton | 1h56 | 7:51 Orpington | 1 change | |
![]() | 6:30 Southampton | 1h50 | 8:20 Orpington | 1 change | |
![]() | 6:44 Southampton | 3h25 | 10:09 Orpington | 3 changes | |
![]() | 7:00 Southampton | 2h16 | 9:16 Orpington | 1 change | |
![]() | 7:30 Southampton | 1h51 | 9:21 Orpington | 1 change | |
![]() | 8:00 Southampton | 2h07 | 10:07 Orpington | 1 change | |
![]() | 8:30 Southampton | 1h51 | 10:21 Orpington | 1 change | |
![]() | 9:00 Southampton | 2h08 | 11:08 Orpington | 1 change | |
![]() | 9:30 Southampton | 2h08 | 11:38 Orpington | 1 change | |
![]() | 10:00 Southampton | 2h08 | 12:08 Orpington | 1 change | |
![]() | 10:30 Southampton | 2h08 | 12:38 Orpington | 1 change | |
![]() | 11:00 Southampton | 2h08 | 13:08 Orpington | 1 change | |
![]() | 11:30 Southampton | 2h09 | 13:39 Orpington | 1 change | |
![]() | 12:00 Southampton | 2h08 | 14:08 Orpington | 1 change | |
![]() | 12:30 Southampton | 2h08 | 14:38 Orpington | 1 change | |
![]() | 13:00 Southampton | 2h08 | 15:08 Orpington | 1 change | |
![]() | 13:30 Southampton | 1h51 | 15:21 Orpington | 1 change | |
![]() | 14:00 Southampton | 1h51 | 15:51 Orpington | 1 change | |
![]() | 14:30 Southampton | 1h51 | 16:21 Orpington | 1 change | |
![]() | 15:15 Southampton | 2h06 | 17:21 Orpington | 3 changes | |
![]() | 15:30 Southampton | 3h09 | 18:39 Orpington | 3 changes | |
![]() | 16:00 Southampton | 1h51 | 17:51 Orpington | 1 change | |
![]() | 16:30 Southampton | 1h51 | 18:21 Orpington | 1 change | |
![]() | 17:00 Southampton | 1h51 | 18:51 Orpington | 1 change | |
![]() | 17:30 Southampton | 1h51 | 19:21 Orpington | 1 change | |
![]() | 18:00 Southampton | 1h51 | 19:51 Orpington | 1 change | |
![]() | 18:30 Southampton | 1h51 | 20:21 Orpington | 1 change | |
![]() | 19:00 Southampton | 1h51 | 20:51 Orpington | 1 change | |
![]() | 19:30 Southampton | 1h51 | 21:21 Orpington | 1 change | |
![]() | 20:00 Southampton | 2h13 | 22:13 Orpington | 1 change | |
![]() | 20:30 Southampton | 1h51 | 22:21 Orpington | 1 change | |
![]() | 21:00 Southampton | 1h51 | 22:51 Orpington | 1 change | |
![]() | 21:30 Southampton | 2h09 | 23:39 Orpington | 1 change | |
![]() | 22:00 Southampton | 2h39 | 0:39 Orpington | 3 changes | |
![]() | 22:00 Southampton | 8h22 | 6:22 Orpington | 1 change | |
![]() | 23:00 Southampton | 8h09 | 7:09 Orpington | 3 changes | |
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Trains from Southampton to Orpington run on average 5 times per day, taking around 1h 49m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £83 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:49, the last at 23:20. The fastest train covers the 117 km distance in 1h 50m.
Distance 117 km |
Average train duration 1h 49m |
Cheapest ticket price £83 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 1h 50m |
First train 4:49 |
Last train 23:20 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Best time to book 21 days |
Discover the best of Orpington — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Orpington trip today.
Gallery and museum space at Down House presenting Darwin’s work, family life and scientific legacy in an accessible setting.
Local heritage museum covering Orpington’s people, homes and wartime story through compact displays and volunteer knowledge.
Historic house museum with period interiors and exhibitions, set in gardens close to the town centre.
Large country park with woods, meadows and long walking trails, popular for peaceful escapes close to town.
Central public gardens with formal planting, riverside paths and family-friendly open space beside The Priory.
Protected riverside nature reserve with boardwalks, birdlife and a tranquil landscape on Orpington’s edge.
Pie and mash is a classic South-East London meal of minced beef pie with mashed potato and parsley liquor, long associated with working-class cookshops.
Jellied eels are a historic Thames-side speciality, with chopped eels set in savoury stock jelly. They are a traditional taste of old London food culture.
A full English breakfast usually includes eggs, bacon, sausages, beans, mushrooms, tomatoes and toast. It is a staple weekend breakfast across Greater London.
Popular Indian restaurant serving classic curries, tandoori dishes and attentive service in a smart but comfortable setting.
Historic pub and dining room known for British classics, Sunday roasts and a relaxed village atmosphere in Farnborough near Orpington.
Well-known local café and restaurant for hearty breakfasts, brunch and British comfort food in an informal, family-friendly space.
Moderate for Greater London. Dining and coffee are typical suburban London prices, while rail fares to central London and hotel rates can raise daily costs.
Service may be included in restaurants; otherwise tip about 10% for good service. Taxis are often rounded up. Tipping in cafés is optional.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Southampton to Orpington 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 Orpington, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Southampton to Orpington trains use the Southampton Central to Orpington station pair. Use this guide to compare Southampton and Orpington train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Southampton Central has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Southampton Central.
Wi-Fi is available at Southampton Central. ATMs are available at Southampton Central.
Ticket office support is available at Southampton Central.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Southampton Central: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Southampton Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Southampton Central: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step-free category A Station - This station has step-free access to all platforms. Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Southampton Airport Parkway is 5 km from Southampton city centre. Public transport options include:
Southampton Airport Parkway has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Southampton Airport Parkway.
Wi-Fi is available at Southampton Airport Parkway. ATMs are available at Southampton Airport Parkway.
Ticket office support is available at Southampton Airport Parkway.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Southampton Airport Parkway: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Southampton Airport Parkway: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Southampton Airport Parkway: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step-free category A Station - This station has step-free access to all platforms. Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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 options are available at Orpington.
ATMs are available at Orpington.
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.
Available at Orpington: Parking, WC.
Available at Orpington: Bike Parking.
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.
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