How to get from Orpington to Eltham by train?

From Orpington to Eltham by train

To get from Orpington to Eltham in London, take the SOUTHEASTERN train from Orpington station to Lewisham station. Next, take the SOUTHEASTERN train from Lewisham station to Eltham station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 34 min. The ride fare is £5.50.

34min£5.50
Train - SOUTHEASTERN
Train - SOUTHEASTERN
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
    Lewisham
    21 min
  • 4
    Train - SOUTHEASTERN
    Wait for train
    SOUTHEASTERN
    London Cannon Street
  • 5
    Ride to train station Eltham
    Ride to train station
    Eltham
    9 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

From Orpington to Eltham by bus

To get from Orpington to Eltham in London, take the 51 bus from Orpington Bus Station Orpington (F) station to Rectory Lane Sidcup Hill (Fu) station. Next, take the 233 bus from Rectory Lane Sidcup Hill (Fu) station to Eltham Station Lassa Road station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 51 min. The ride fare is £1.75.

51min£1.75
Bus - 5151
Bus - 233233
Walk to Eltham
Leaves from Orpington Bus Station Orpington (F)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Orpington
  • 2
    Bus - 5151
    Wait for bus
    51
    Woolwich
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Rectory Lane Sidcup Hill (Fu)
    ID FU
    20 min
  • 4
    Bus - 233233
    Wait for bus
    233
    Eltham Station
  • 5
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Eltham Station Lassa Road
    25 min
  • 6
    Walk to Eltham
    Walk to
    Eltham
    130 m • 2 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Orpington to Eltham

The distance between Orpington, London and Eltham, London is approximately 17.8 km, which can typically be travelled in 34 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Orpington to Eltham 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 Station Orpington (F).

Bus stations close to Orpington:

  • Orpington Bus Station Orpington (F)
  • Orpington (B)
  • Orpington Bus Station (E)

Public transport stations close to Eltham, London

Eltham is located at Eltham, London and the nearest public transport station is Eltham Park Gardens (N).

Train stations close to Eltham:

  • Woolwich Arsenal
  • Woolwich
  • Westcombe Park

Bus stations close to Eltham:

  • Eltham Park Gardens (N)
  • Eltham Park Gardens (W)
  • Eltham Station Lassa Road

DLR stations close to Eltham:

  • Woolwich Arsenal

Related Routes

From Orpington to Eltham by bus

To get from Orpington to Eltham in London, take the 51 bus from Orpington Bus Station Orpington (F) station to Rectory Lane Sidcup Hill (Fu) station. Next, take the 233 bus from Rectory Lane Sidcup Hill (Fu) station to Eltham Station Lassa Road station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 51 min. The ride fare is £1.75.

51min£1.75
Bus - 5151
Bus - 233233
Walk to Eltham
Leaves from Orpington Bus Station Orpington (F)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Orpington
  • 2
    Bus - 5151
    Wait for bus
    51
    Woolwich
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Rectory Lane Sidcup Hill (Fu)
    ID FU
    20 min
  • 4
    Bus - 233233
    Wait for bus
    233
    Eltham Station
  • 5
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Eltham Station Lassa Road
    25 min
  • 6
    Walk to Eltham
    Walk to
    Eltham
    130 m • 2 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

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

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

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

    The alternative route takes 51 minutes, using Bus line 51, Bus line 233.

  • Is there a direct train between Orpington and Eltham?

    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 Eltham?

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

  • How long does it take to travel from Orpington to Eltham by train?

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

  • Where do I get on the train near Orpington to get to Eltham?

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

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Orpington and Eltham?

    Get off the train at the Lewisham station, which is closest to Eltham in London.

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

    The ride from Orpington to Eltham costs £5.50.