What is the cheapest way to get from Gatwick Airport to Purley Oaks?

The cheapest way to get from Gatwick Airport to Purley Oaks is to line 400 bus and line 407 bus which costs £5 and takes 1h 21m.

What is the fastest way to get from Gatwick Airport to Purley Oaks?

The fastest way to get from Gatwick Airport to Purley Oaks is to drive which takes 26 min and costs £4 - £7.

Is there a direct bus between Gatwick Airport and Purley Oaks?

No, there is no direct bus from Gatwick Airport to Purley Oaks station. However, there are services departing from Gatwick South Terminal and arriving at Purley Oaks Station via Caterham Valley. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 21m.

Is there a direct train between Gatwick Airport and Purley Oaks?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Gatwick Airport and arriving at Purley Oaks. Services depart five times a week, and operate Monday to Friday. The journey takes approximately 26 min.

How far is it from Gatwick Airport to Purley Oaks?

The distance between Gatwick Airport and Purley Oaks is 14 miles. The road distance is 19.3 miles.

How do I travel from Gatwick Airport to Purley Oaks without a car?

The best way to get from Gatwick Airport to Purley Oaks without a car is to train via Purley which takes 29 min and costs £7 - £17.

How long does it take to get from Gatwick Airport to Purley Oaks?

It takes approximately 29 min to get from Gatwick Airport to Purley Oaks, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Gatwick Airport to Purley Oaks bus from?

Gatwick Airport to Purley Oaks bus services, operated by Metrobus, depart from Gatwick South Terminal station.

Where do I catch the Gatwick Airport to Purley Oaks train from?

Gatwick Airport to Purley Oaks train services, operated by Southern, depart from Gatwick Airport station.

Train or bus from Gatwick Airport to Purley Oaks?

The best way to get from Gatwick Airport to Purley Oaks is to train via Purley which takes 29 min and costs £7 - £17. Alternatively, you can line 400 bus and line 407 bus, which costs £5 and takes 1h 21m.

Where does the Gatwick Airport to Purley Oaks bus arrive?

Gatwick Airport to Purley Oaks bus services, operated by Metrobus, arrive at Caterham station.

Where does the Gatwick Airport to Purley Oaks train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Gatwick Airport to Purley Oaks?

Yes, the driving distance between Gatwick Airport to Purley Oaks is 19 miles. It takes approximately 26 min to drive from Gatwick Airport to Purley Oaks.

How do I get a train ticket from Gatwick Airport to Purley Oaks?

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Where can I stay near Purley Oaks?

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Gatwick Airport to Purley Oaks - 7 ways to travel via train, and line 400 bus

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There are 7 ways to get from Gatwick Airport to Purley Oaks by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train via Purley
best
1. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to Purleytrain Three Bridges - Bedford / ...
29 min
£8–16
Line 400 bus, line 466 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Gatwick South Terminal to Westway Commonbus 400
2. Take the bus from Westway Common to Purley Oaks Stationbus 466
1h 29m
£4–6
Line 400 bus, line 407 bus
1. Take the bus from Gatwick South Terminal to Caterham stationbus 400
2. Take the bus from Caterham Valley to Purley Oaks Stationbus 407
1h 21m
£5
Drive 19.2 mi
1. Drive from Gatwick Airport to Purley Oakscar 19.2 mi
26 min
£5–7
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Gatwick Airport to Purley Oakstaxi 19.2 mi
26 min
£40–50
Train
1. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to Purley Oakstrain Gatwick Airport - London Victoria
32 min
£7–14
Train via East Croydon
1. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to East Croydontrain Brighton - Bedford / ...
2. Take the train from East Croydon to Purley Oakstrain East Croydon - Caterham / ...
43 min
£9–19

Gatwick Airport to Purley Oaks by train and bus

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Distance: 14.2 mi
Duration: 29 min

What companies run services between Gatwick Airport, England and Purley Oaks, England?

Thameslink operates a train from Gatwick Airport to Purley every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £6–13 and the journey takes 24 min. Southern also services this route 3 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Gatwick South Terminal to Purley Oaks Station via Caterham station and Caterham Valley in around 1h 21m.

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