What is the cheapest way to get from Orpington to Southend-on-Sea?

The cheapest way to get from Orpington to Southend-on-Sea is to drive which costs £9 - £14 and takes 50 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Orpington to Southend-on-Sea?

The fastest way to get from Orpington to Southend-on-Sea is to drive which takes 50 min and costs £9 - £14.

Is there a direct bus between Orpington and Southend-on-Sea?

No, there is no direct bus from Orpington to Southend-on-Sea. However, there are services departing from High Street /Orpington War Memorial and arriving at Park Tavern via North Woolwich Free Ferry and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 27m.

Is there a direct train between Orpington and Southend-on-Sea?

No, there is no direct train from Orpington to Southend-on-Sea. However, there are services departing from Orpington and arriving at Southend Central via London Fenchurch Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 32m.

How far is it from Orpington to Southend-on-Sea?

The distance between Orpington and Southend-on-Sea is 49 miles. The road distance is 38.5 miles.

How do I travel from Orpington to Southend-on-Sea without a car?

The best way to get from Orpington to Southend-on-Sea without a car is to train which takes 1h 32m and costs £18 - £40.

How long does it take to get from Orpington to Southend-on-Sea?

It takes approximately 1h 32m to get from Orpington to Southend-on-Sea, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Orpington to Southend-on-Sea bus from?

Orpington to Southend-on-Sea bus services, operated by Go Ahead London, depart from High Street /Orpington War Memorial station.

Where do I catch the Orpington to Southend-on-Sea train from?

Orpington to Southend-on-Sea train services, operated by c2c, depart from London Fenchurch Street station.

Train or bus from Orpington to Southend-on-Sea?

The best way to get from Orpington to Southend-on-Sea is to train which takes 1h 32m and costs £18 - £40. Alternatively, you can line 51 bus and line 28 bus, which costs £9 - £80 and takes 3h 27m.

Where does the Orpington to Southend-on-Sea bus arrive?

Orpington to Southend-on-Sea bus services, operated by Go Ahead London, arrive at Beresford Sq /Woolwich Arsenal station.

Where does the Orpington to Southend-on-Sea train arrive?

Orpington to Southend-on-Sea train services, operated by c2c, arrive at Southend Central station.

Can I drive from Orpington to Southend-on-Sea?

Yes, the driving distance between Orpington to Southend-on-Sea is 39 miles. It takes approximately 50 min to drive from Orpington to Southend-on-Sea.

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Orpington to Southend-on-Sea - 6 ways to travel via train, and line 208 bus

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There are 6 ways to get from Orpington to Southend-on-Sea by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from London Fenchurch Street to Southend Centraltrain London Fenchurch Street - Shoeburyness / ...
1h 32m
£18–38
Drive 38.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Orpington to Southend-on-Seacar 38.3 mi
50 min
£10–14
Line 208 bus, line 47 bus, train
1. Take the bus from High Street /Orpington War Memorial to Lewisham Stationbus 208
2. Take the bus from Lewisham Station to Liverpool Street Stationbus 47
3. Take the train from London Liverpool Street to Southend Victoriatrain
3h 26m
£24–44
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Orpington to Southend-on-Seataxi 38.3 mi
50 min
£90–120
Line 208 bus, train
1. Take the bus from High Street /Orpington War Memorial to Lewisham Stationbus 208 / ...
2. Take the train from Limehouse to Southend Centraltrain London Fenchurch Street - Shoeburyness / ...
2h 34m
£15–30
Line 51 bus, line 28 bus
1. Take the bus from High Street /Orpington War Memorial to Beresford Sq /Woolwich Arsenalbus 51
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Park Tavernbus 28
3h 27m
£10–80

Orpington to Southend-on-Sea by train and foot

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1h 32mAverage Duration

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Distance: 48.3 mi
Duration: 1h 32m

What companies run services between Orpington, England and Southend-on-Sea, England?

c2c operates a train from London Fenchurch Street to Southend Central every 15 minutes. Tickets cost £12–26 and the journey takes 54 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from High Street /Orpington War Memorial to Park Tavern via Beresford Sq /Woolwich Arsenal, North Woolwich Free Ferry, Barking Station, Barking, Basildon, and Bus Station in around 3h 27m.

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