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Wanstead to Orpington buses

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Trip Overview

The average bus between Wanstead and Orpington takes 2h 16m and the fastest bus takes 1h 25m. The bus runs at least 4 times per hour from Wanstead to Orpington. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

2h 16m
Duration
21 mi
Distance
£69
Average price
Every 15 minutes
Frequency

Bus, line 51 bus

best
  1. Take the bus from Gants Hill Station / Cranbrook Road to North Woolwich Free Ferrybus bus Sl2
  2. Take the bus from Hare Street to High Street /Orpington War Memorialbus bus 51
2h 18m
£4–71

Wanstead to Orpington bus times

Buses run every 15 minutes between Wanstead and Orpington. The earliest departure is at 12:28 AM at night, and the last departure from Wanstead is at 2:57 PM which arrives into Orpington at 5:30 PM. All services require a transfer at Gants Hill Station and take an average of 2h 16m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Wednesday, October 14, 2026

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    Arriva UKArriva UKGo Ahead London4h 34m • 2 changes

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    Stagecoach LondonArriva UKGo Ahead London1h 47m • 2 changes

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    Stagecoach LondonArriva UKGo Ahead London1h 41m • 2 changes

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    Stagecoach LondonArriva UKGo Ahead London1h 47m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Wanstead to Orpington? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

Map of how to get from Wanstead to Orpington.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 20.8 mi
  • Duration: 2h 16m

What companies run services between Wanstead, England and Orpington, England?

You can take a bus from Wanstead High St /Wanstead Stn to High Street /Orpington War Memorial via Gants Hill Station, Gants Hill Station / Cranbrook Road, North Woolwich Free Ferry, and Hare Street in around 2h 18m.

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