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

The cheapest way to get from Shirley to Orpington is to drive which costs £1 - £3 and takes 15 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Shirley to Orpington is to taxi which takes 15 min and costs £40 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Shirley and Orpington?

No, there is no direct bus from Shirley to Orpington. However, there are services departing from Shirley Library Wickham Road and arriving at High Street /Orpington War Memorial via Bromley South Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 49 min.

Is there a direct train between Shirley and Orpington?

No, there is no direct train from Shirley to Orpington. However, there are services departing from Arena Tram Stop and arriving at Orpington via Beckenham Junction. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 37 min.

How far is it from Shirley to Orpington?

The distance between Shirley and Orpington is 9 miles. The road distance is 7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Shirley to Orpington without a car is to tram and train which takes 37 min and costs £5 - £10.

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

It takes approximately 37 min to get from Shirley to Orpington, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Shirley to Orpington bus from?

Shirley to Orpington bus services, operated by Arriva UK, depart from Shirley Library Wickham Road station.

Where do I catch the Shirley to Orpington train from?

Shirley to Orpington train services, operated by London Tramlink, depart from Arena Tram Stop station.

Where does the Shirley to Orpington bus arrive?

Shirley to Orpington bus services, operated by Arriva UK, arrive at Bromley South Station.

Where does the Shirley to Orpington train arrive?

Shirley to Orpington train services, operated by London Tramlink, arrive at Beckenham Junction Tram Stop station.

Can I drive from Shirley to Orpington?

Yes, the driving distance between Shirley to Orpington is 7 miles. It takes approximately 15 min to drive from Shirley to Orpington.

Where can I stay near Orpington?

There are 16029+ hotels available in Orpington.

Shirley to Orpington - 6 ways to travel via train, tram, bus, taxi, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Shirley to Orpington by tram, train, bus, taxi, or car

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Tram, train
best
1. Take the tram from Arena Tram Stop to Beckenham Junction Tram Stoptram Tram
2. Take the train from Beckenham Junction to Orpingtontrain London Victoria - Orpington / ...
37 min
£5–10
Drive 6.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Shirley to Orpingtoncar 6.9 mi
15 min
£2–3
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Shirley Library Wickham Road to Bromley South Stationbus Sl5
2. Take the train from Bromley South to Orpingtontrain London Victoria - Orpington / ...
39 min
£4–8
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Shirley to Orpingtontaxi 6.9 mi
15 min
£40–50
Bus
1. Take the bus from Shirley Library Wickham Road to Bromley South Stationbus Sl5
2. Take the bus from Bromley South Station to High Street /Orpington War Memorialbus N199 / ...
49 min
£4–5
Bus, line 61 bus
1. Take the bus from Shirley Library Wickham Road to Bromley North Stationbus Sl5
2. Take the bus from Bromley North Station to High Street /Orpington War Memorialbus 61
1h 2m
£4–5

Shirley to Orpington by tram and train

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Distance: 8.5 mi
Duration: 37 min

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

You can take a bus from Shirley Library Wickham Road to High Street /Orpington War Memorial via Bromley South Station in around 49 min.

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