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

The cheapest way to get from Reading to Orpington is to drive which costs £13 - £20 and takes 1h 27m.

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

The fastest way to get from Reading to Orpington is to drive which takes 1h 27m and costs £13 - £20.

Is there a direct train between Reading and Orpington?

No, there is no direct train from Reading to Orpington. However, there are services departing from Reading and arriving at Orpington via Paddington station and London Charing Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 44m.

How far is it from Reading to Orpington?

The distance between Reading and Orpington is 53 miles. The road distance is 55.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Reading to Orpington without a car is to train via London Paddington which takes 1h 44m and costs £25 - £75.

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

It takes approximately 1h 44m to get from Reading to Orpington, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Reading to Orpington train from?

Reading to Orpington train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Reading station.

Where does the Reading to Orpington train arrive?

Reading to Orpington train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at London Paddington station.

Can I drive from Reading to Orpington?

Yes, the driving distance between Reading to Orpington is 56 miles. It takes approximately 1h 27m to drive from Reading to Orpington.

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

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Where can I stay near Orpington?

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Reading to Orpington - 4 ways to travel via train, car, and line 51 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Reading to Orpington by train, car, or bus

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Train via London Paddington
best
1. Take the train from Reading to London Paddingtontrain Didcot Parkway - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from London Charing Cross to Orpingtontrain London Charing Cross - Sevenoaks / ...
1h 44m
£25–75
Drive 55.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Reading to Orpingtoncar 55.5 mi
1h 27m
£14–20
Train
1. Take the train from Reading to London Waterlootrain Reading - London Waterloo
2. Take the train from London Waterloo East to Orpingtontrain London Charing Cross - Hastings / ...
2h 18m
£25–54
Train, line 51 bus
1. Take the train from Reading to Farringdon Withouttrain Elizabeth
2. Take the bus from Vincent Road /Woolwich Arsenal to High Street /Orpington War Memorialbus 51
3h 16m
£33–125

Reading to Orpington by train and subway

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1h 44mAverage Duration

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Distance: 52.4 mi
Duration: 1h 44m

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

You can take a train from Reading to Orpington via London Paddington, Paddington station, Charing Cross station, and London Charing Cross in around 1h 44m.

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