It takes around twenty-five minutes to get from Sevenoaks to London Bridge with Southeastern.
Sevenoaks is a town in Kent that borders Greater London. On your journey, you will leave the leafy towns of Kent for the London suburbs before arriving in central London, south of the River Thames, with its giant, glass-strewn buildings and contemporary urban architecture.
Southeastern runs a high-speed network covering London, Kent, and East Sussex, catering to 450,000 passengers daily.
Departing from Sevenoaks
Sevenoaks Station can be found just off London Road, at Tubs Hill, just outside the centre of the town.
Departing from it is simple and easy because it's a small station and is easily accessible via taxi or local buses. If your luggage isn't too heavy, you can also walk from the town centre.
Southeastern and Thameslink are the primary UK rail operators that serve this station.
Main stops
There's only one station from Sevenoaks to London Bridge: Orpington. This can change, however, so it's best to check before you leave.
If you want to buy cheap train tickets, it's best to use TrainPal to find the cheapest fares.
London Bridge Station, located in Southwark, southeast London, is a fantastic entry point for exploring London. Its Underground station provides access to the Jubilee and Northern lines, allowing quick travel to many exciting destinations across the city.
Taxis can be accessed from the taxi rank situated outside the primary entrance of the station, located along Bermondsey Street at the intersection with Tooley Street, as well as from St Thomas Street. This station also has a bus station positioned directly outside the main upper-level entrance.
There’s so much to explore nearby. For instance, you can easily stroll to Tate Modern, Borough Market, and The Shard from London Bridge Station. Plus, the tube can take you to anywhere you want to visit in the rest of the city.
Southeastern train classes
- Standard Class: Comfortable seating and free Wi-Fi. There are also tables and power sockets for your devices.
- First Class: There are no Sevenoaks to London Bridge First Class tickets. This is because Southeastern abolished its First Class service in 2022.
Southeastern train travel advice
- Luggage: Bags and other luggage items are permitted. Luggage must weigh no more than 23kg. No more than two large suitcases.
- Pets: Dogs, cats, and other small animals can travel for free. Dogs must be on a lead. Other animals must travel in carriers. There is a maximum of two pets per passenger.
- Bicycles: Bikes are welcomed but there is a ‘first come, first served’ policy. You cannot bring your bike if your train departs London during peak hours.
- Children: Under 5’s can travel for free. Up to four children between 5 and 15 can travel for £1 with one fare-paying adult ticket. Booking in advance using TrainPal helps ensure families can sit together. The Family & Friends Railcard offers up to 1/3 off family ticket costs.
- Passenger Assist: Assist with travel planning, provide travel information, handle luggage, reserve seats, support boarding, and offer connection services.
*Information is subject to change. Please check the latest train timetable before your trip.