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

The cheapest way to get from Eastbourne to Purley is to drive which costs £12 - £18 and takes 1h 11m.

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

The fastest way to get from Eastbourne to Purley is to drive which takes 1h 11m and costs £12 - £18.

Is there a direct train between Eastbourne and Purley?

No, there is no direct train from Eastbourne to Purley. However, there are services departing from Eastbourne and arriving at Purley via Gatwick Airport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 33m.

How far is it from Eastbourne to Purley?

The distance between Eastbourne and Purley is 52 miles. The road distance is 49.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Eastbourne to Purley without a car is to train which takes 1h 33m and costs £26 - £55.

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

It takes approximately 1h 33m to get from Eastbourne to Purley, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Eastbourne to Purley train from?

Eastbourne to Purley train services, operated by Southern, depart from Eastbourne station.

Where does the Eastbourne to Purley train arrive?

Eastbourne to Purley train services, operated by Southern, arrive at Gatwick Airport station.

Can I drive from Eastbourne to Purley?

Yes, the driving distance between Eastbourne to Purley is 50 miles. It takes approximately 1h 11m to drive from Eastbourne to Purley.

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

Book your Eastbourne to Purley train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Purley?

There are 18405+ hotels available in Purley.

Eastbourne to Purley - 4 ways to travel via train, car, taxi, and bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Eastbourne to Gatwick Airporttrain Eastbourne - London Victoria / ...
2. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to Purleytrain Three Bridges - Bedford / ...
1h 33m
£26–54
Drive 49.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Eastbourne to Purleycar 49.3 mi
1h 11m
£12–18
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Eastbourne to Purleytaxi 49.3 mi
1h 11m
£100–130
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Eastbourne to East Croydontrain Eastbourne - London Victoria / ...
2. Take the bus from East Croydon Rail Station to Purley / Downlands Precinctbus 466 / ...
1h 35m
£29–58

Eastbourne to Purley by train

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Distance: 52.2 mi
Duration: 1h 33m

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

You can take a train from Eastbourne to Purley via Gatwick Airport in around 1h 33m.

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