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

The cheapest way to get from Brixton to Purley is to bus which costs £2 and takes 47 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Brixton to Purley is to train which takes 16 min and costs £5 - £12.

Is there a direct bus between Brixton and Purley?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Herne Hill Road and arriving at Montpelier Road. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 47 min.

Is there a direct train between Brixton and Purley?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Clapham Junction and arriving at Purley. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 16 min.

How far is it from Brixton to Purley?

The distance between Brixton and Purley is 11 miles. The road distance is 10.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Brixton to Purley without a car is to train which takes 16 min and costs £5 - £12.

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

The train from Clapham Junction to Purley takes 16 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Brixton to Purley bus from?

Brixton to Purley bus services, operated by Arriva UK, depart from Streatham Station.

Where do I catch the Brixton to Purley train from?

Brixton to Purley train services, operated by Southern, depart from Clapham Junction station.

Train or bus from Brixton to Purley?

The best way to get from Brixton to Purley is to train which takes 16 min and costs £5 - £12. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £2 and takes 47 min.

Where does the Brixton to Purley bus arrive?

Brixton to Purley bus services, operated by Arriva UK, arrive at Purley / Downlands Precinct station.

Where does the Brixton to Purley train arrive?

Brixton to Purley train services, operated by Southern, arrive at Purley station.

Can I drive from Brixton to Purley?

Yes, the driving distance between Brixton to Purley is 10 miles. It takes approximately 25 min to drive from Brixton to Purley.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Brixton to Purley?

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Where can I stay near Purley?

There are 18513+ hotels available in Purley.

Can I share a ride from Brixton to Purley?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Brixton and Purley. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Brixton to Purley - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, rideshare, and line 60 bus

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There are 6 ways to get from Brixton to Purley by train, bus, rideshare, taxi, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Clapham Junction to Purleytrain London Victoria - Reigate / ...
16 min
£5–12
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Herne Hill Road to Montpelier Roadbus N68
47 min
£2
Rideshare
1. Take the rideshare from London to Croydonrideshare 11.2 mi
40 min
£3
Line 60 bus
1. Take the bus from Streatham Station to Purley / Downlands Precinctbus 60
1h 12m
£3–7
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Brixton to Purleytaxi 10.1 mi
25 min
£27–33
Drive 10.1 mi
1. Drive from Brixton to Purleycar 10.1 mi
25 min
£3–4

Brixton to Purley by train

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Distance: 10.7 mi
Duration: 16 min

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

Southern operates a train from Clapham Junction to Purley every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £5–12 and the journey takes 16 min. Alternatively, Abellio London operates a bus from Herne Hill Road to Montpelier Road hourly. Tickets cost £2 and the journey takes 47 min.

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