What is the cheapest way to get from Orpington to Big Ben?

The cheapest way to get from Orpington to Big Ben is to bus which costs £2 and takes 1h 30m.

What is the fastest way to get from Orpington to Big Ben?

The fastest way to get from Orpington to Big Ben is to taxi which takes 34 min and costs £140 - £180.

Is there a direct bus between Orpington and Big Ben?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from High Street /Orpington War Memorial and arriving at Trafalgar Square/Charing Cross. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 19m.

Is there a direct train between Orpington and Big Ben?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Orpington and arriving at London Charing Cross. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 25 min.

How far is it from Orpington to Big Ben?

The distance between Orpington and Big Ben is 14 miles. The road distance is 15.1 miles.

How do I travel from Orpington to Big Ben without a car?

The best way to get from Orpington to Big Ben without a car is to train which takes 38 min and costs £7 - £14.

How long does it take to get from Orpington to Big Ben?

The train from Orpington to London Charing Cross takes 25 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Orpington to Big Ben bus from?

Orpington to Big Ben bus services, operated by Stagecoach London, depart from High Street /Orpington War Memorial station.

Where do I catch the Orpington to Big Ben train from?

Orpington to Big Ben train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Orpington station.

Train or bus from Orpington to Big Ben?

The best way to get from Orpington to Big Ben is to train which takes 38 min and costs £7 - £14. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £2 and takes 1h 30m.

Where does the Orpington to Big Ben bus arrive?

Orpington to Big Ben bus services, operated by Stagecoach London, arrive at Trafalgar Square/Charing Cross station.

Where does the Orpington to Big Ben train arrive?

Orpington to Big Ben train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at London Charing Cross station.

Can I drive from Orpington to Big Ben?

Yes, the driving distance between Orpington to Big Ben is 15 miles. It takes approximately 34 min to drive from Orpington to Big Ben.

How do I get a train ticket from Orpington to Big Ben?

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Where can I stay near Big Ben?

There are 21978+ hotels available in Big Ben.

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There are 5 ways to get from Orpington to Big Ben by train, bus, taxi, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Orpington to London Charing Crosstrain Tonbridge - London Charing Cross / ...
38 min
£7–14
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from High Street /Orpington War Memorial to Trafalgar Square/Charing Crossbus N199
1h 30m
£2
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Orpington to Big Bentaxi 15.1 mi
34 min
£140–180
Drive 15.1 mi
1. Drive from Orpington to Big Bencar 15.1 mi
34 min
£4–6
Bus via Bromley South Station
1. Take the bus from High Street /Orpington War Memorial to Bromley South Stationbus 208 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bromley South Station to Westminster Station / Parliament Squarebus N3
1h 56m
£4

Orpington to Big Ben by train and foot

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Distance: 14.3 mi
Duration: 38 min

What companies run services between Orpington, England and Big Ben, Greater London, England?

Southeastern operates a train from Orpington to London Charing Cross every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £7–14 and the journey takes 25 min. Alternatively, Stagecoach London operates a bus from High Street /Orpington War Memorial to Trafalgar Square/Charing Cross hourly. Tickets cost £2 and the journey takes 1h 19m.

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