What is the cheapest way to get from Heathrow to Orpington?

The cheapest way to get from Heathrow to Orpington is to bus via Trafalgar Square/Charing Cross which costs £4 and takes 3h 18m.

What is the fastest way to get from Heathrow to Orpington?

The fastest way to get from Heathrow to Orpington is to drive which takes 1h 6m and costs £7 - £12.

Is there a direct bus between Heathrow and Orpington?

No, there is no direct bus from Heathrow station to Orpington. However, there are services departing from Heathrow Central Bus Station and arriving at High Street /Orpington War Memorial via East Croydon Rail Station and Hayes. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 51m.

Is there a direct train between Heathrow and Orpington?

No, there is no direct train from Heathrow to Orpington. However, there are services departing from Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 and arriving at Orpington via Paddington station and London Charing Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 18m.

How far is it from Heathrow to Orpington?

The distance between Heathrow and Orpington is 31 miles. The road distance is 31 miles.

How do I travel from Heathrow to Orpington without a car?

The best way to get from Heathrow to Orpington without a car is to train which takes 1h 18m and costs £20 - £50.

How long does it take to get from Heathrow to Orpington?

It takes approximately 1h 18m to get from Heathrow to Orpington, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Heathrow to Orpington bus from?

Heathrow to Orpington bus services, operated by Metrobus, depart from Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Heathrow to Orpington train from?

Heathrow to Orpington train services, operated by Heathrow Express, depart from Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 station.

Train or bus from Heathrow to Orpington?

The best way to get from Heathrow to Orpington is to train which takes 1h 18m and costs £20 - £50. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 2h 51m.

Where does the Heathrow to Orpington bus arrive?

Heathrow to Orpington bus services, operated by Metrobus, arrive at East Croydon Rail Station.

Where does the Heathrow to Orpington train arrive?

Heathrow to Orpington train services, operated by Heathrow Express, arrive at London Paddington station.

Can I drive from Heathrow to Orpington?

Yes, the driving distance between Heathrow to Orpington is 31 miles. It takes approximately 1h 6m to drive from Heathrow to Orpington.

How do I get a train ticket from Heathrow to Orpington?

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Where can I stay near Orpington?

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Heathrow to Orpington - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, taxi, and subway

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There are 6 ways to get from Heathrow to Orpington by train, bus, car, taxi, or subway

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 to London Paddingtontrain Heathrow Terminal 5 - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from London Charing Cross to Orpingtontrain London Charing Cross - Sevenoaks / ...
1h 18m
£20–47
Bus via Trafalgar Square/Charing Cross
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Charing Crossbus N9
2. Take the bus from Trafalgar Square/Charing Cross to High Street /Orpington War Memorialbus N199
3h 18m
£4
Bus
1. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to East Croydon Rail Stationbus Sl7
2h 51m
Drive 30.8 mi
1. Drive from Heathrow to Orpingtoncar 30.8 mi
1h 6m
£8–12
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Heathrow to Orpingtontaxi 30.8 mi
1h 6m
£130–170
Subway, train
1. Take the subway from Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 station to Leicester Square stationsubway Piccadilly
2. Take the train from London Charing Cross to Orpingtontrain London Charing Cross - Sevenoaks / ...
1h 46m
£16–22

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Distance: 31.2 mi
Duration: 1h 18m

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

You can take a train from Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 to Orpington via London Paddington, Paddington station, Charing Cross station, and London Charing Cross in around 1h 18m. Alternatively, Metrobus operates a bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to East Croydon Rail Station every 10 minutes, and the journey takes 1h 50m.

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