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

The cheapest way to get from Reading to Orpington Station is to drive which costs £13 - £21 and takes 1h 27m.

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

The fastest way to get from Reading to Orpington Station is to drive which takes 1h 27m and costs £13 - £21.

Is there a direct bus between Reading and Orpington Station?

No, there is no direct bus from Reading to Orpington Station station. However, there are services departing from Reading RailAir and arriving at Orpington Station via Heathrow Central Bus Station, East Croydon Rail Station and Addington Village Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h.

Is there a direct train between Reading and Orpington Station?

No, there is no direct train from Reading to Orpington Station. 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 30m.

How far is it from Reading to Orpington Station?

The distance between Reading and Orpington Station is 53 miles. The road distance is 55.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Reading to Orpington Station without a car is to train via London Paddington which takes 1h 30m and costs £23 - £70.

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

It takes approximately 1h 30m to get from Reading to Orpington Station, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Reading to Orpington Station bus from?

Reading to Orpington Station bus services, operated by RailAir, depart from Reading RailAir station.

Where do I catch the Reading to Orpington Station train from?

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

Train or bus from Reading to Orpington Station?

The best way to get from Reading to Orpington Station is to train via London Paddington which takes 1h 30m and costs £23 - £70. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 4h.

Where does the Reading to Orpington Station bus arrive?

Reading to Orpington Station bus services, operated by RailAir, arrive at Heathrow Terminal 2 station.

Where does the Reading to Orpington Station train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Reading to Orpington Station?

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

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

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Where can I stay near Orpington Station?

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There are 5 ways to get from Reading to Orpington Station by train, bus, or car

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Train via London Paddington
best
1. Take the train from Reading to London Paddingtontrain Bristol Temple Meads - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from London Charing Cross to Orpingtontrain London Charing Cross - Sevenoaks / ...
1h 30m
£24–67
Drive 55.3 mi
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1. Drive from Reading to Orpington Stationcar 55.3 mi
1h 27m
£14–21
Train, line 51 bus
1. Take the train from Reading to Woolwich Dockyardtrain Elizabeth
2. Take the bus from Hare Street to Orpington Stationbus 51
3h
£38–141
Bus
1. Take the bus from Reading RailAir to Heathrow Terminal 2bus Ra1
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to East Croydon Rail Stationbus Sl7
4h
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 16m
£22–44

Reading to Orpington Station by train and subway

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Distance: 52.4 mi
Duration: 1h 30m

What companies run services between Reading, England and Orpington Station, 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 30m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Reading RailAir to Orpington Station via Heathrow Terminal 2, Heathrow Central Bus Station, East Croydon Rail Station, and Addington Village Interchange in around 4h.

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