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 £4 and takes 2h 23m.

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 35 min and costs £140 - £180.

Is there a direct bus between Orpington and Big Ben?

No, there is no direct bus from Orpington to Big Ben station. However, there are services departing from High Street /Orpington War Memorial and arriving at Westminster Station / Parliament Square via Bromley South Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 23m.

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 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 42 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 55 min and costs £7 - £13.

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

The train from Orpington to London Charing Cross takes 42 min including transfers and departs every 20 minutes.

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

Orpington to Big Ben bus services, operated by Metrobus, 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 55 min and costs £7 - £13. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £4 and takes 2h 23m.

Where does the Orpington to Big Ben bus arrive?

Orpington to Big Ben bus services, operated by Metrobus, arrive at Bromley South 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 35 min to drive from Orpington to Big Ben.

How do I get a train ticket from Orpington to 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 Sevenoaks - London Charing Cross / ...
55 min
£7–13
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from High Street /Orpington War Memorial to Bromley South Stationbus 358
2. Take the bus from Bromley South Station to Westminster Station / Parliament Squarebus N3
2h 23m
£4
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Orpington to Big Bentaxi 15.1 mi
35 min
£140–180
Drive 15.1 mi
1. Drive from Orpington to Big Bencar 15.1 mi
35 min
£4–6
Line 51 bus, line 53 bus
1. Take the bus from High Street /Orpington War Memorial to Beresford Sq /Woolwich Arsenalbus 51
2. Take the bus from The Woolwich Centre to Lower Marshbus 53 / ...
2h 24m
£4–64

Orpington to Big Ben by train and foot

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Distance: 14.4 mi
Duration: 55 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 20 minutes. Tickets cost £7–13 and the journey takes 42 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from High Street /Orpington War Memorial to Big Ben via Bromley South Station and Westminster Station / Parliament Square in around 2h 23m.

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