What is the cheapest way to get from Central London to Orpington?

The cheapest way to get from Central London to Orpington is to bus which costs £4 and takes 2h 47m.

What is the fastest way to get from Central London to Orpington?

The fastest way to get from Central London to Orpington is to drive which takes 53 min and costs £5 - £9.

Is there a direct bus between Central London and Orpington?

No, there is no direct bus from Central London to Orpington. However, there are services departing from Wilkes Road and arriving at High Street /Orpington War Memorial via Trafalgar Square/Charing Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 47m.

Is there a direct train between Central London and Orpington?

No, there is no direct train from Central London to Orpington. However, there are services departing from Brentford and arriving at Orpington via London Waterloo East. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 25m.

How far is it from Central London to Orpington?

The distance between Central London and Orpington is 24 miles. The road distance is 23.4 miles.

How do I travel from Central London to Orpington without a car?

The best way to get from Central London to Orpington without a car is to train which takes 1h 25m and costs £10 - £24.

How long does it take to get from Central London to Orpington?

It takes approximately 1h 25m to get from Central London to Orpington, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Central London to Orpington bus from?

Central London to Orpington bus services, operated by Metroline Travel, depart from Wilkes Road station.

Where do I catch the Central London to Orpington train from?

Central London to Orpington train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Brentford station.

Train or bus from Central London to Orpington?

The best way to get from Central London to Orpington is to train which takes 1h 25m and costs £10 - £24. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £4 and takes 2h 47m.

Where does the Central London to Orpington bus arrive?

Central London to Orpington bus services, operated by Metroline Travel, arrive at Charing Cross station.

Where does the Central London to Orpington train arrive?

Central London to Orpington train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at London Waterloo station.

Can I drive from Central London to Orpington?

Yes, the driving distance between Central London to Orpington is 23 miles. It takes approximately 53 min to drive from Central London to Orpington.

How do I get a train ticket from Central London to Orpington?

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Where can I stay near Orpington?

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There are 5 ways to get from Central London to Orpington by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Brentford to London Waterlootrain Windsor & Eton Riverside - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from London Waterloo East to Orpingtontrain London Charing Cross - Hastings / ...
1h 25m
£10–24
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Wilkes Road to Charing Crossbus N9
2. Take the bus from Trafalgar Square/Charing Cross to High Street /Orpington War Memorialbus N199
2h 47m
£4
Drive 23.3 mi
1. Drive from Central London to Orpingtoncar 23.3 mi
53 min
£6–9
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Central London to Orpingtontaxi 23.3 mi
53 min
£100–130
Bus, line 358 bus
1. Take the bus from Hyde Park Corner to Crystal Palace Paradebus N137
2. Take the bus from Crystal Palace Bus Station to High Street /Orpington War Memorialbus 358
2h 50m

Central London to Orpington by train and foot

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Distance: 23.8 mi
Duration: 1h 25m

What companies run services between Central London, England and Orpington, England?

You can take a train from Brentford to Orpington via London Waterloo and London Waterloo East in around 1h 25m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Wilkes Road to High Street /Orpington War Memorial via Charing Cross and Trafalgar Square/Charing Cross in around 2h 47m.

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