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Kingston Museum
A local history museum in Kingston with displays on archaeology, art and the borough's past, useful for understanding the wider Chessington area.
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Orpington to Chessington among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £11. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 7m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £11, and a train costs an average of £23.
Distance: 28 km
Most popular Train | Coach |
|---|---|
£26 Average Price | £11 Average Price Cheapest |
1h 37m Average total duration Fastest 1h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 38m Average total duration 3h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
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Trains from Orpington to Chessington run on average 25 times per day, taking around 1h 7m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £23 but you can travel from only £11 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:03, the last at 22:38. The fastest train covers the 28 km distance in 1h 28m.
Distance 28 km |
Average train duration 1h 7m |
Cheapest ticket price £23 |
Trains per day 25 |
Fastest train 1h 28m |
First train 0:03 |
Last train 22:38 |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
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A local history museum in Kingston with displays on archaeology, art and the borough's past, useful for understanding the wider Chessington area.
An art gallery in Kingston presenting changing exhibitions of modern and contemporary art in a central riverside setting.
A university gallery in Epsom showing contemporary exhibitions and events, with an intimate programme close to Chessington.
A large country park with woodland trails, viewpoints and a heritage landscape, ideal for walking close to Chessington town centre.
A green riverside area in Kingston with lawns, paths and water views, well suited to a stroll before exploring the historic centre.
A substantial park with woodland, a lake and wide paths, offering an easy nature break within short reach of Chessington.
A traditional breakfast of sausages, bacon, eggs, baked beans, mushrooms and toast. A classic British start to the day, common in cafés and pubs.
Freshly battered cod or haddock with chips. This iconic British takeaway is a staple across Greater London and long associated with local high streets.
Sausages served with mashed potato and onion gravy. A comforting pub favourite widely eaten in south-east England and Greater London.
Established local Italian restaurant known for pizza, pasta and a warm neighbourhood atmosphere suitable for families and groups.
Smart neighbourhood restaurant serving modern British and European dishes with a more polished atmosphere for evening dining.
Traditional pub in Chessington serving British mains, grills and Sunday roasts in a relaxed family-friendly setting.
Moderate for Greater London: hotels and attraction-area dining cost more, but supermarkets, chain cafes and local buses help keep daily spend manageable.
Restaurants: 10-12.5% if not already added. Taxis: round up or add about 10%. Cafes: tipping is optional, though small change is appreciated.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Orpington to Chessington 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 Chessington, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Orpington to Chessington trains use the Orpington to Chessington South station pair, with some services arriving at Chessington North. Use this guide to compare Orpington and Chessington train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like 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 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.
Chessington South has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Chessington South.
Wi-Fi is available at Chessington South. ATMs are available at Chessington South.
Ticket office support is available at Chessington South. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 5282100.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Chessington South: Parking.
Available at Chessington South: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Chessington South: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step-free category B1 Station. Level access to platform is via a ramp, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Chessington North has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Chessington North.
Wi-Fi is available at Chessington North.
Ticket office support is available at Chessington North. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 5282100.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Chessington North: Parking.
Available at Chessington North: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Chessington North: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Step-free category C station. Steps to both platforms. Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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