What is the cheapest way to get from Blackheath to Purley?

The cheapest way to get from Blackheath to Purley is to line 54 bus and line 289 bus which costs £2 - £5 and takes 1h 53m.

What is the fastest way to get from Blackheath to Purley?

The fastest way to get from Blackheath to Purley is to taxi which takes 30 min and costs £60 - £75.

Is there a direct bus between Blackheath and Purley?

No, there is no direct bus from Blackheath to Purley station. However, there are services departing from Blackheath Hospital and arriving at Purley Station / Purley High Street via Elmers End Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 53m.

Is there a direct train between Blackheath and Purley?

No, there is no direct train from Blackheath to Purley. However, there are services departing from Blackheath and arriving at Purley via London Bridge. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 47 min.

How far is it from Blackheath to Purley?

The distance between Blackheath and Purley is 18 miles. The road distance is 12.7 miles.

How do I travel from Blackheath to Purley without a car?

The best way to get from Blackheath to Purley without a car is to train which takes 47 min and costs £8 - £18.

How long does it take to get from Blackheath to Purley?

It takes approximately 47 min to get from Blackheath to Purley, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Blackheath to Purley bus from?

Blackheath to Purley bus services, operated by Stagecoach London, depart from Blackheath Hospital station.

Where do I catch the Blackheath to Purley train from?

Blackheath to Purley train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Blackheath station.

Train or bus from Blackheath to Purley?

The best way to get from Blackheath to Purley is to train which takes 47 min and costs £8 - £18. Alternatively, you can line 54 bus and line 289 bus, which costs £2 - £5 and takes 1h 53m.

Where does the Blackheath to Purley bus arrive?

Blackheath to Purley bus services, operated by Stagecoach London, arrive at Elmers End Interchange station.

Where does the Blackheath to Purley train arrive?

Blackheath to Purley train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at London Bridge station.

Can I drive from Blackheath to Purley?

Yes, the driving distance between Blackheath to Purley is 13 miles. It takes approximately 30 min to drive from Blackheath to Purley.

How do I get a train ticket from Blackheath to Purley?

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Where can I stay near Purley?

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Blackheath to Purley - 4 ways to travel via train, line 54 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Blackheath to Purley by train, bus, taxi, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Blackheath to London Bridgetrain Slade Green - London Cannon Street / ...
2. Take the train from London Bridge to Purleytrain Bedford - Three Bridges / ...
47 min
£9–18
Line 54 bus, line 289 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Blackheath Hospital to Elmers End Interchangebus 54
2. Take the bus from Elmers End Interchange to Purley Station / Purley High Streetbus 289
1h 53m
£3–5
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Blackheath to Purleytaxi 12.6 mi
30 min
£60–75
Drive 12.6 mi
1. Drive from Blackheath to Purleycar 12.6 mi
30 min
£4–5

Blackheath to Purley by train

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Distance: 18.4 mi
Duration: 47 min

What companies run services between Blackheath, Greater London, England and Purley, England?

You can take a train from Blackheath to Purley via London Bridge in around 47 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Blackheath Hospital to Purley Station / Purley High Street via Elmers End Interchange in around 1h 53m.

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