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

The cheapest way to get from Kensington to Orpington is to line 9 bus and bus which costs £4 and takes 2h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kensington to Orpington is to taxi which takes 46 min and costs £75 - £95.

Is there a direct bus between Kensington and Orpington?

No, there is no direct bus from Kensington to Orpington. However, there are services departing from Phillimore Gardens and arriving at High Street /Orpington War Memorial via Trafalgar Square/Charing Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Kensington and Orpington?

No, there is no direct train from Kensington station to Orpington. However, there are services departing from High Street Kensington station and arriving at Orpington via London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 58 min.

How far is it from Kensington to Orpington?

The distance between Kensington and Orpington is 17 miles. The road distance is 18.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Kensington to Orpington without a car is to train which takes 58 min and costs £9 - £23.

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

It takes approximately 58 min to get from Kensington to Orpington, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kensington to Orpington bus from?

Kensington to Orpington bus services, operated by Metroline Travel, depart from Phillimore Gardens station.

Where do I catch the Kensington to Orpington train from?

Kensington to Orpington train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from London Victoria station.

Train or bus from Kensington to Orpington?

The best way to get from Kensington to Orpington is to train which takes 58 min and costs £9 - £23. Alternatively, you can line 9 bus and bus, which costs £4 and takes 2h 40m.

Where does the Kensington to Orpington bus arrive?

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

Where does the Kensington to Orpington train arrive?

Kensington to Orpington train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at Orpington station.

Can I drive from Kensington to Orpington?

Yes, the driving distance between Kensington to Orpington is 19 miles. It takes approximately 46 min to drive from Kensington to Orpington.

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

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Kensington to Orpington - 6 ways to travel via train, line 9 bus, bus, and taxi

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from London Victoria to Orpingtontrain London Victoria - Orpington / ...
58 min
£9–23
Line 9 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Phillimore Gardens to Charing Crossbus N9 / ...
2. Take the bus from Trafalgar Square/Charing Cross to High Street /Orpington War Memorialbus N199
2h 40m
£4
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Kensington to Orpingtontaxi 18.5 mi
46 min
£75–95
Drive 18.5 mi
1. Drive from Kensington to Orpingtoncar 18.5 mi
46 min
£5–7
Line 9 bus, train
1. Take the bus from The Design Museum to Charing Crossbus N9 / ...
2. Take the train from London Charing Cross to Orpingtontrain London Charing Cross - Sevenoaks / ...
1h 26m
£9–16
Bus, line 358 bus
1. Take the bus from Earl's Court Road / Pembroke Place to Victoria Stationbus C1
2. Take the bus from Victoria Bus Station to Crystal Palace Paradebus 3
3. Take the bus from Crystal Palace Bus Station to High Street /Orpington War Memorialbus 358
3h 3m

Kensington to Orpington by subway and train

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Distance: 17.2 mi
Duration: 58 min

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

Southeastern operates a train from London Victoria to Orpington every 20 minutes. Tickets cost £7–15 and the journey takes 42 min. Thameslink also services this route 5 times a week. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Phillimore Gardens to High Street /Orpington War Memorial via Charing Cross and Trafalgar Square/Charing Cross in around 2h 40m.

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