Trains to Bromley South

Bromley South is a station in south-east London. Originally formed of two platforms, the station opened in the mid-19th century. It is on the Chatham Main Line, which saw the first electric trains running in Kent between London, Bromley South and Orpington in the 1920s. By the late 1950s, the last steam trains alighting at Bromley South were in operation. The station was also served by locomotive-hauled trains to and from coastal Kent, the West Midlands, the North West of England and even Scotland from 1986 to 1999.

The present-day station has an additional two platforms. Platform 1 is for services to central London, while trains departing from platform 2 go towards Orpington or Sevenoaks. Non-stop trains to Victoria pass through platform 3, and platform 4 is typically for services to Dover Priory or Ramsgate.

Amenities at Bromley South include cash machines, shops and food outlets (including WHSmith and a coffee kiosk), toilets and baby changing facilities (in the women’s toilets), and machines to buy train tickets. The ticket office is open 06:00–21:30 Monday to Friday, 06:20–21:30 on Saturday, and 06:40–21:30 on Sunday.

Over ten local buses and two night routes (N3 and N199) serve Bromley South. The station doesn’t have a car park. A taxi rank is to the side of the forecourt on Elmfield Road. Cyclists can use one of the 107 sheltered bike spaces on the right side of the station building.

Most trains at Bromley South are operated by Southeastern, though Thameslink also runs some services that call at the station. Always book in advance, where possible, for cheap train tickets.

Broadstairs to Bromley South

Trains depart Broadstairs on the hour during off-peak times, and there are two trains an hour during peak services. It takes just over an hour and a half to reach Bromley South.

Ramsgate to Bromley South

During peak hours, two trains an hour travel from Ramsgate to Bromley South. One train leaves every hour during off-peak times. The journey is roughly 1 hour and 37 minutes.

London Victoria to Bromley South

Get from Victoria to Bromley South in just 23 minutes. Around eight trains run an hour.

Margate to Bromley South

Up to two trains travel from Margate to Bromley South, taking less than 1 hour and 40 minutes.

Services at Bromley South are operated by Southeastern and Thameslink. Southeastern has a vast network covering over 170 stations across Greater London, including most of London’s main terminals, Kent and parts of East Sussex. Ebbsfleet, Tunbridge Wells, Ashford and Hayes are just some of the destinations. Thameslink runs cross-London services to and from Bedford and Brighton, St Albans and Wimbledon, and London and Sevenoaks, among others.

Bromley is one of London’s largest and leafiest boroughs, preserving its market town charm. Passengers to and from Bromley South can marvel at Georgian and Victorian architecture while enjoying attractions catered to modern tastes. Shop along the high street and stop by one of the independent coffee shops. The Churchill Theatre is just 7 minutes from the station, showcasing everything from musicals to stand-up comedy. It’s right in front of Church House Gardens, a green oasis with a children’s play area, basketball court, concert platform and skateboard park.

If you do fancy diving into a bit of history, head out to the Chislehurst Caves, a series of man-made caverns and tunnels dating back to the 13th century. Originally chalk and flint mines, they once served as an air raid shelter during the Second World War and were even a concert venue for Jimi Hendrix, Pink Floyd and local David Bowie.

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What zone is Bromley South station in?

Bromley South station is in zone 5.

Does Bromley South have a car park?

No, Bromley South does not have a car park.

Does Bromley South station have a lift?

Yes, there are lifts in the booking hall providing access to all platforms.

Does Bromley South have a Tube station?

No, Bromley South isn’t on the London Underground network.

*Information is subject to change. Please check the latest train timetable before your trip.