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

The cheapest way to get from Cambridge to Purley is to drive which costs £17 - £26 and takes 1h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cambridge to Purley is to drive which takes 1h 40m and costs £17 - £26.

Is there a direct bus between Cambridge and Purley?

No, there is no direct bus from Cambridge to Purley station. However, there are services departing from Parkside and arriving at London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 48m.

Is there a direct train between Cambridge and Purley?

No, there is no direct train from Cambridge to Purley. However, there are services departing from Cambridge and arriving at Purley via London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 43m.

How far is it from Cambridge to Purley?

The distance between Cambridge and Purley is 72 miles. The road distance is 71.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cambridge to Purley without a car is to train via London Kings Cross which takes 1h 43m and costs £30 - £75.

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

It takes approximately 1h 43m to get from Cambridge to Purley, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cambridge to Purley bus from?

Cambridge to Purley bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Parkside station.

Where do I catch the Cambridge to Purley train from?

Cambridge to Purley train services, operated by Great Northern, depart from Cambridge station.

Train or bus from Cambridge to Purley?

The best way to get from Cambridge to Purley is to train via London Kings Cross which takes 1h 43m and costs £30 - £75. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £17 - £45 and takes 2h 48m.

Where does the Cambridge to Purley bus arrive?

Cambridge to Purley bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals.

Where does the Cambridge to Purley train arrive?

Cambridge to Purley train services, operated by Great Northern, arrive at King's Cross station.

Can I drive from Cambridge to Purley?

Yes, the driving distance between Cambridge to Purley is 72 miles. It takes approximately 1h 40m to drive from Cambridge to Purley.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Purley?

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Train via London Kings Cross
best
1. Take the train from Cambridge to King's Crosstrain Kings Lynn - London Kings Cross / ...
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Purleytrain Bedford - Three Bridges / ...
1h 43m
£33–72
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Parkside to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 491
2h 48m
£18–42
Drive 71.2 mi
1. Drive from Cambridge to Purleycar 71.2 mi
1h 40m
£18–26
Train
1. Take the train from Cambridge to East Croydontrain Cambridge - Brighton / ...
1h 48m
£37–71
Train via Tottenham Hale
1. Take the train from Cambridge to Tottenham Haletrain Cambridge North - London Liverpool Street / ...
2. Take the train from London Victoria to Purleytrain London Victoria - Reigate / ...
2h 12m
£35–76

Cambridge to Purley by train

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Distance: 71.9 mi
Duration: 1h 43m

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

You can take a train from Cambridge to Purley via London Kings Cross and London St Pancras Intl in around 1h 43m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Parkside to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals once daily. Tickets cost £11–29 and the journey takes 2h.

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