Orpington to London train with Southeastern

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Orpington to London

Showing times and prices for Aug 04

Cheapest price

€12

Average price

€12

Fastest journey

25 m

Average duration

30 m

Trains per day

11

Distance

21 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Orpington to London is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Orpington to London will cost around €12 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €12.

Fast trains

Of the 11 trains that leave Orpington for London on Tue, Aug 04, 9 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Tue, Aug 04 the direct trains cover the 21 km distance in an average of 30 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 25 m .

On Tue, Aug 04 the slowest trains will take 35 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.

  • SoutheasternJ99270
    8:20 AM0h25
    Orpington station (ORP)
    8:45 AMLondon Victoria (VIC)
    121One-way
    0 transfers
  • SoutheasternP87431
    8:07 AM0h35
    Orpington station (ORP)
    8:42 AMLondon Bridge (LBG)
    121One-way
    0 transfers
  • SoutheasternP87041
    8:20 AM0h44
    Orpington station (ORP)
    9:04 AMLondon Victoria (VIC)
    121One-way
    0 transfers
  • SoutheasternP87434
    8:24 AM0h30
    Orpington station (ORP)
    8:54 AMLondon Bridge (LBG)
    121One-way
    0 transfers
  • SoutheasternP87067
    8:50 AM0h43
    Orpington station (ORP)
    9:33 AMLondon Victoria (VIC)
    121One-way
    0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train and bus for Orpington to London

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Orpington to London among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €4. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 35m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €4, and a train costs an average of €8.

Distance: 21 km

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€11

Average price

€4

Average price

Cheapest

1h 5m

Average total duration

Fastest

35m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

1h 52m

Average total duration

1h 22m

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30m

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Live departures

Orpington to London train times

The table below shows live departures for Orpington to London trains for today, Monday, August 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
ThameslinkC18668
On time
8:30 AM Orpington station (ORP)
0h49
9:19 AM London Blackfriars (BFR)
0 transfersDirect
ThameslinkC18668+SoutheasternP86631
On time
8:30 AM Orpington station (ORP)
0h41
9:11 AM London Victoria (VIC)
1 transfer
SoutheasternP87437
Delayed
7:39 AM 8:37 AMOrpington station (ORP)
0h35
9:12 AM London Bridge (LBG)
0 transfersDirect
Tuesday, August 4
ThameslinkX838448:00 AM Orpington station (ORP)
0h49
8:49 AM London Blackfriars (BFR)0 transfersDirect
ThameslinkX83844+SoutheasternP866238:00 AM Orpington station (ORP)
0h41
8:41 AM London Victoria (VIC)1 transfer
SoutheasternP874318:07 AM Orpington station (ORP)
0h35
8:42 AM London Bridge (LBG)0 transfersDirect
SoutheasternJ992708:20 AM Orpington station (ORP)
0h25
8:45 AM London Victoria (VIC)0 transfersDirect
SoutheasternP870418:20 AM Orpington station (ORP)
0h44
9:04 AM London Victoria (VIC)0 transfersDirect
SoutheasternP874348:24 AM Orpington station (ORP)
0h30
8:54 AM London Bridge (LBG)0 transfersDirect

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Orpington to London

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Trains from Orpington to London run on average 9 times per day, taking around 35m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €8 but you can travel from only €4 by bus.

There are 9 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 21 km distance in 15m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from €4
Distance
21 km
Average train duration
35m
Cheapest ticket price
€8
Trains per day
9
Direct trains
9
Fastest train
15m
First train
12:01 AM
Last train
11:58 PM
Cheapest Month
Nov
Cheapest Day
Sat
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Tue
Least Busy Day
Sat
Best time to book
21 days
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from €4

Train companies: Southeastern, Thameslink from Orpington to London trainsSoutheastern, Thameslink trains will get you between Orpington and London from €4. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Southeastern

About
Southeastern is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London to Kent, Sussex, Surrey and parts of East Anglia. It runs services from early morning until late at night, seven days a week. Southeastern has a range of train types, including high-speed Javelin trains, commuter-friendly Metro services, and the classic InterCity services. Ticket types include Advance, Off-Peak, Super Off-Peak, and Anytime tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for Southeastern are London to Kent, London to Eastbourne, and London to Hastings.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
15m
Cheapest Price
€8
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and luggage storage areas at the end of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies vary by ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on most services
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and ramps for boarding
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs allowed with ticket. Guide dogs free
Quiet zone
Family area

Thameslink

About
Thameslink is a train service that operates in the United Kingdom. It is operated by Govia Thameslink Railway and serves the counties of Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire, Hertfordshire, London, and Surrey. The trains run from early morning until late at night, with some services running 24 hours a day. There are a variety of train types available, including Class 700 Desiro City, Class 377 Electrostar, Class 387/1 Electrostar, and Class 319/0. Ticket types include Anytime, Off-Peak, Super Off-Peak, and Advance. Onboard facilities include Wi-Fi, power sockets, and air conditioning. The most popular routes for Thameslink are London to Brighton, London to Bedford, and London to Luton.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
49m
Cheapest Price
€12
Thameslink frequency
9 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies depend on ticket type
Refund
Full refund available if service is canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on some routes offering drinks and snacks
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets free of charge. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
Family area

FAQs: Trains from Orpington to London

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Orpington to London by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at London, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap train tickets from Orpington to London can start from as little as €8 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Orpington to London is €11; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by train from Orpington to London is 15m to travel the 21 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest train from Orpington to London leaves at 12:01 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The latest train from Orpington to London leaves at 11:58 PM.
Yes,there are 9 direct trains a day from Orpington to London with Thameslink, Southeastern. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct trains.
When taking a train from Orpington to London, you can count on Southeastern, Thameslink, Southeastern for the best way to get you to London. You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service between Orpington and London and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.
A day trip to London from Orpington is worth doing with a journey time of 15m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a train from Orpington to London is November.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Orpington and London including taking a train and bus.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Orpington to London

Most Orpington to London trains use the Orpington to London Bridge station pair, with some services arriving at London Charing Cross. Use this guide to compare Orpington and London train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Orpington
Arrival train stations in London

Which Orpington station do trains to London leave from?

Trains from Orpington to London leave from Orpington. The station is 1 km from Orpington city centre at Orpington station, Station Approach, Orpington, Greater London, BR6 0SX.
OrpingtonOrpington station, Station Approach, Orpington, Greater London, BR6 0SX+44 3303339232ShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to Orpington from Orpington city centre

BusR1, R3, R4 · 3m · €2 · every ~33 min
684 · 5m · €2

Orpington train station facilities and services

Orpington has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at Orpington.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

ATMs are available at Orpington.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Orpington. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Helpline Contact: 0345 322 7021 or Text relay 18001 0345 322 7021 Freephone 0800 783 4524 or Text Relay 18001 0800 783 4524, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Orpington: Parking, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Orpington: Bike Parking.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Orpington: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A. This station has step free access to all platforms - Access to all platforms and interchange via lifts and stairs, Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not wheelchair accessible, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available to book, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: station forecourt, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Assistance/Help available from station staff from First to Last trains, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.

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