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Down House
Gallery and museum space at Down House presenting Darwin’s work, family life and scientific legacy in an accessible setting.
Cheapest price on 12 Oct
£10
Average ticket price on 12 Oct
£10
Fastest journey on 12 Oct
17 m
Average journey duration on 12 Oct
17 m
Trains on 12 Oct
1
Distance
21 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London to Orpington is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London to Orpington will cost around £10 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £10.
On Mon 12 Oct, we found 1 trains from London to Orpington, including 1 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 21 km distance in an average of 17 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 17 m .
The slowest trains will take 17 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.


Trains from London to Orpington run on average 13 times per day, taking around 33m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £10 if you book in advance.
There are 13 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.
Distance 21 km |
Average train duration 33m |
Cheapest ticket price £10 |
Trains per day 13 |
Direct trains 13 |
Fastest train 15m |
First train 0:01 |
Last train 23:58 |
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Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 1 day |
The table below shows live departures for London to Orpington trains for tomorrow, Monday 12 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 8:24 London | 0h17 | 8:41 Orpington | 0 changesdirect | |
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Discover the best of Orpington — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Orpington trip today.
Gallery and museum space at Down House presenting Darwin’s work, family life and scientific legacy in an accessible setting.
Local heritage museum covering Orpington’s people, homes and wartime story through compact displays and volunteer knowledge.
Historic house museum with period interiors and exhibitions, set in gardens close to the town centre.
Large country park with woods, meadows and long walking trails, popular for peaceful escapes close to town.
Central public gardens with formal planting, riverside paths and family-friendly open space beside The Priory.
Protected riverside nature reserve with boardwalks, birdlife and a tranquil landscape on Orpington’s edge.
Pie and mash is a classic South-East London meal of minced beef pie with mashed potato and parsley liquor, long associated with working-class cookshops.
Jellied eels are a historic Thames-side speciality, with chopped eels set in savoury stock jelly. They are a traditional taste of old London food culture.
A full English breakfast usually includes eggs, bacon, sausages, beans, mushrooms, tomatoes and toast. It is a staple weekend breakfast across Greater London.
Popular Indian restaurant serving classic curries, tandoori dishes and attentive service in a smart but comfortable setting.
Historic pub and dining room known for British classics, Sunday roasts and a relaxed village atmosphere in Farnborough near Orpington.
Well-known local café and restaurant for hearty breakfasts, brunch and British comfort food in an informal, family-friendly space.
Moderate for Greater London. Dining and coffee are typical suburban London prices, while rail fares to central London and hotel rates can raise daily costs.
Service may be included in restaurants; otherwise tip about 10% for good service. Taxis are often rounded up. Tipping in cafés is optional.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London to Orpington 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 Orpington, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most London to Orpington trains use the London Bridge to Orpington station pair. Use this guide to compare London and Orpington train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
London Bridge is 2 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
London Bridge has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at London Bridge.
Wi-Fi is available at London Bridge. ATMs are available at London Bridge.
Ticket office support is available at London Bridge. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at London Bridge: Parking, WC.
Available at London Bridge: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at London Bridge: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: All platforms can be accessed by lift, Accessible taxis: Taxis with ramps. There is usually one available on the rank, but if not one can be ordered through taxi drivers or by phoning Computer Cabs and specifying a taxi equipped to take wheelchairs. Tel 020 7432 1404, Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday 04:00 - 00:45 Sunday 06:00 - 00:45, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
London Victoria is 1 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
London Victoria has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at London Victoria.
Wi-Fi is available at London Victoria. ATMs are available at London Victoria.
Ticket office support is available at London Victoria. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at London Victoria: Parking, WC.
Available at London Victoria: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at London Victoria: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: There is step free access at London Victoria Rail Station to the Victoria Line on the Underground. This can be accessed via the Cardinal Place entrance to the underground, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible public telephones: Main concourse, Accessible taxis: Available on request Taxi rank outside main station entrance, Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Monday - Sunday 24 Hours a Day, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
London Waterloo is 1 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
London Waterloo has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at London Waterloo.
Wi-Fi is available at London Waterloo. ATMs are available at London Waterloo.
Ticket office support is available at London Waterloo. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at London Waterloo: Parking, WC.
Available at London Waterloo: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at London Waterloo: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: There is step free access from the main concourse to all platforms, shops and facilities. Step free exits are exit 1 (Station approach), exit 2 (with a lift to Waterloo Road and lift access to the London Underground Jubilee line), and exit 3 for taxis and onward travel towards the South Bank, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available from the taxi rank on Cab Road / Station Approach, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Ticket machines are located at various locations on the main concourse and are accessible to wheelchair users, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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 options are available at Orpington.
ATMs are available at Orpington.
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.
Available at Orpington: Parking, WC.
Available at Orpington: Bike Parking.
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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