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

The cheapest way to get from Bristol to Purley is to drive which costs £30 - £45 and takes 2h 23m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bristol to Purley is to drive which takes 2h 23m and costs £30 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Bristol and Purley?

No, there is no direct bus from Bristol station to Purley. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Purley / Downlands Precinct via Heathrow Central Bus Station and East Croydon Rail Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Bristol and Purley?

No, there is no direct train from Bristol to Purley. However, there are services departing from Bristol Temple Meads and arriving at Purley via London Paddington and Farringdon. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 39m.

How far is it from Bristol to Purley?

The distance between Bristol and Purley is 137 miles. The road distance is 122.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bristol to Purley without a car is to train which takes 2h 39m and costs £60 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 2h 39m to get from Bristol to Purley, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bristol to Purley bus from?

Bristol to Purley bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Bristol to Purley train from?

Bristol to Purley train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Bristol Temple Meads station.

Train or bus from Bristol to Purley?

The best way to get from Bristol to Purley is to train which takes 2h 39m and costs £60 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 4h 20m.

Where does the Bristol to Purley bus arrive?

Bristol to Purley bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Bristol to Purley train arrive?

Bristol to Purley train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at London Paddington station.

Can I drive from Bristol to Purley?

Yes, the driving distance between Bristol to Purley is 123 miles. It takes approximately 2h 23m to drive from Bristol to Purley.

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

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Where can I stay near Purley?

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best
1. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to London Paddingtontrain Bristol Temple Meads - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Farringdon to Purleytrain Bedford - Three Bridges / ...
2h 39m
£62–105
Drive 121.9 mi
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1. Drive from Bristol to Purleycar 121.9 mi
2h 23m
£31–44
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 200 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to East Croydon Rail Stationbus Sl7
4h 20m
Train via Reading
1. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Readingtrain Bristol Temple Meads - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Reading to Redhilltrain Reading - Gatwick Airport / ...
3h 9m
£57–104
Bus via West Croydon Bus Station
1. Take the bus from Bristol Bus Station to London Heathrow Airportbus Uk940 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to West Croydon Bus Stationbus Sl7
4h 24m

Bristol to Purley by train

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Distance: 136.1 mi
Duration: 2h 39m

What companies run services between Bristol, England and Purley, England?

You can take a train from Bristol Temple Meads to Purley via London Paddington, Farringdon Without, and Farringdon in around 2h 39m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Purley / Downlands Precinct via Heathrow Central Bus Station and East Croydon Rail Station in around 4h 20m.

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