How to get from Orpington to Croydon by train?

From Orpington to Croydon by train

To get from Orpington to Croydon in London, take the SOUTHEASTERN train from Orpington station to London Bridge station. Next, take the THAMESLINK train from London Bridge station to East Croydon station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 34 min. The ride fare is £6.80.

34min£6.80
Train - SOUTHEASTERN
Train - THAMESLINK
Leaves from Orpington

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Orpington
  • 2
    Train - SOUTHEASTERN
    Wait for train
    SOUTHEASTERN
    London Charing Cross
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    London Bridge
    15 min
  • 4
    Train - THAMESLINK
    Wait for train
    THAMESLINK
    Three Bridges
  • 5
    Ride to train station East Croydon
    Ride to train station
    East Croydon
    12 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

From Orpington to Croydon by bus and train

To get from Orpington to Croydon in London, take the THAMESLINK train from Orpington station to Bromley South station. Next, take the SL5 bus from Bromley South Station (Y) station to East Croydon Station (E6) station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 44 min. The ride fare is £5.75.

44min£5.75
Train - THAMESLINK
Bus - SL5SL5
Walk to Croydon
Leaves from Orpington

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Orpington
  • 2
    Train - THAMESLINK
    Wait for train
    THAMESLINK
    Luton
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Bromley South
    11 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Bromley South Station (Y)
    ID Y
    80 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - SL5SL5
    Wait for bus
    SL5
    Croydon Town Centre
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    East Croydon Station (E6)
    ID E6
    23 min
  • 7
    Walk to Croydon
    Walk to
    Croydon
    110 yd • 2 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Orpington to Croydon

The distance between Orpington, London and Croydon, London is approximately 21.01 mi, which can typically be travelled in 34 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Orpington to Croydon by train, so no matter how you choose to travel in London – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Public transport stations close to Orpington

Orpington is located at Orpington, London and the nearest public transport station is Orpington.

Bus stations close to Orpington:

  • Orpington
  • Orpington Bus Station (D)
  • Orpington Bus Station (E)

Public transport stations close to Croydon, London

Croydon is located at Croydon, London and the nearest public transport station is Addiscombe Road (E5).

Bus stations close to Croydon:

  • Addiscombe Road (E5)
  • East Croydon
  • East Croydon Bus Station (E2)

Related Routes

From Orpington to Croydon by bus and train

To get from Orpington to Croydon in London, take the THAMESLINK train from Orpington station to Bromley South station. Next, take the SL5 bus from Bromley South Station (Y) station to East Croydon Station (E6) station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 44 min. The ride fare is £5.75.

44min£5.75
Train - THAMESLINK
Bus - SL5SL5
Walk to Croydon
Leaves from Orpington

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Orpington
  • 2
    Train - THAMESLINK
    Wait for train
    THAMESLINK
    Luton
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Bromley South
    11 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Bromley South Station (Y)
    ID Y
    80 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - SL5SL5
    Wait for bus
    SL5
    Croydon Town Centre
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    East Croydon Station (E6)
    ID E6
    23 min
  • 7
    Walk to Croydon
    Walk to
    Croydon
    110 yd • 2 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Orpington to Croydon?

    The fastest way takes 34 minutes, using Bus line SOUTHEASTERN, Bus line THAMESLINK.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Orpington to Croydon?

    The alternative route takes 44 minutes, using Bus line THAMESLINK, Bus line SL5.

  • Is there a direct train between Orpington and Croydon in London?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 34 min.

  • Which train line goes from Orpington to Croydon in London?

    The SOUTHEASTERN train line goes from London Charing Cross station near Orpington to London Bridge station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till London Bridge station near Croydon in London

  • How long does it take to travel from Orpington to Croydon in London by train?

    The total travel time between Orpington and Croydon in London by train is about 34 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Orpington to get to Croydon in London?

    Get on the SOUTHEASTERN train from the London Charing Cross station near Orpington in London.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Orpington and Croydon in London?

    Get off the train at the London Bridge station, which is closest to Croydon in London.

  • How much is the train fare from Orpington to Croydon?

    The ride from Orpington to Croydon costs £6.80.

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