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Orpington to London by train
It takes an average of 40m to travel from Orpington to London by train, over a distance of around 13 miles (21 km). There are normally 420 trains per day traveling from Orpington to London and tickets for this journey start from $11.99 when you book in advance.
| First train | 3:58 am | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 12:43 am | |
| Departure station | Orpington | |
| Arrival station | London | |
| Journey time | From 15m | |
| Distance | 13 miles (21 km) | |
| Frequency | 420 trains per day | |
| Changes | Direct trains available | |
| Price | From $11.99 | |
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Travel from Orpington to London by train in 15 minutes
If you want to know more about the journey from Orpington to London by train, look no further!
The average journey time from Orpington to London by train is 40 minutes, although on the fastest services it can take just 15 minutes. You'll usually find 420 trains per day traveling the 21 km between these two destinations. Direct trains are usually available every day on the route to London.
Book train tickets from Orpington to London in advance instead of buying them on the day and they can start from $11.99. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices when you search in our Journey Planner.
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Cheap train tickets from Orpington to London
Book in advance
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Consider a Season Ticket
If you catch this train more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket for Orpington to London is right for you.
Use your Railcard
National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel a few times or more in a year. Find out how you can save with a National Railcard here.
Split your tickets
Download our app to find split tickets — courtesy of SplitSave, our handy feature which 'splits' your train tickets where possible to find you a better deal. Learn more about the clever tech behind split tickets, and how to spot SplitSave discounts in our app.
For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.
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