What is the cheapest way to get from Forest Hill to Purley Way?

The cheapest way to get from Forest Hill to Purley Way is to drive which costs £1 - £3 and takes 18 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Forest Hill to Purley Way?

The fastest way to get from Forest Hill to Purley Way is to taxi which takes 18 min and costs £40 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Forest Hill and Purley Way?

No, there is no direct bus from Forest Hill station to Purley Way. However, there are services departing from Forest Hill Station /London Rd and arriving at Stafford Gardens via Park Lane / Fairfield Halls. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 52 min.

Is there a direct train between Forest Hill and Purley Way?

No, there is no direct train from Forest Hill to Purley Way. However, there are services departing from Forest Hill and arriving at Waddon via London Bridge. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 5m.

How far is it from Forest Hill to Purley Way?

The distance between Forest Hill and Purley Way is 8 miles. The road distance is 7.4 miles.

How do I travel from Forest Hill to Purley Way without a car?

The best way to get from Forest Hill to Purley Way without a car is to line 197 bus which takes 52 min and costs £2 - £45.

How long does it take to get from Forest Hill to Purley Way?

It takes approximately 52 min to get from Forest Hill to Purley Way, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Forest Hill to Purley Way bus from?

Forest Hill to Purley Way bus services, operated by Go Ahead London, depart from Forest Hill Station /London Rd.

Where do I catch the Forest Hill to Purley Way train from?

Forest Hill to Purley Way train services, operated by Southern, depart from Forest Hill station.

Train or bus from Forest Hill to Purley Way?

The best way to get from Forest Hill to Purley Way is to line 197 bus which takes 52 min and costs £2 - £45. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £7 - £18 and takes 1h 5m.

Where does the Forest Hill to Purley Way bus arrive?

Forest Hill to Purley Way bus services, operated by Go Ahead London, arrive at Fairfield Halls station.

Where does the Forest Hill to Purley Way train arrive?

Forest Hill to Purley Way train services, operated by Southern, arrive at London Bridge station.

Can I drive from Forest Hill to Purley Way?

Yes, the driving distance between Forest Hill to Purley Way is 7 miles. It takes approximately 18 min to drive from Forest Hill to Purley Way.

How do I get a train ticket from Forest Hill to Purley Way?

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Forest Hill to Purley Way - 6 ways to travel via train, line 197 bus, and taxi

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There are 6 ways to get from Forest Hill to Purley Way by bus, train, taxi, or car

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Line 197 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Forest Hill Station /London Rd to Fairfield Hallsbus 197
52 min
£3–43
Drive 7.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Forest Hill to Purley Waycar 7.3 mi
18 min
£2–3
Train
1. Take the train from Forest Hill to London Bridgetrain London Victoria - London Bridge / ...
2. Take the train from London Bridge to Waddontrain London Bridge - Epsom
1h 5m
£8–18
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Forest Hill to Purley Waytaxi 7.3 mi
18 min
£40–55
Line 122 bus, line 157 bus
1. Take the bus from Forest Hill Stn /Devonshire Rd to Crystal Palace Paradebus 122
2. Take the bus from Crystal Palace Bus Station to Stafford Gardensbus 157
57 min
£3–37
Line 356 bus, line 289 bus
1. Take the bus from Forest Hill Station /London Rd to Elmers End / Station Paradebus 356
2. Take the bus from Elmers End Interchange to Coldharbour Roadbus 289
1h 34m
£3–5

Forest Hill to Purley Way by bus

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Distance: 8 mi
Duration: 52 min

What companies run services between Forest Hill, Greater London, England and Purley Way, England?

Go Ahead London operates a bus from Forest Hill Station /London Rd to Fairfield Halls every 10 minutes. Tickets cost £1–40 and the journey takes 42 min. Alternatively, you can take a train from Forest Hill to Waddon via London Bridge in around 1h 5m.

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