What is the cheapest way to get from Gatwick Airport to Purley (Station)?

The cheapest way to get from Gatwick Airport to Purley (Station) is to line 100 bus and line 405 bus which costs £4 - £6 and takes 1h 32m.

What is the fastest way to get from Gatwick Airport to Purley (Station)?

The fastest way to get from Gatwick Airport to Purley (Station) is to train which takes 24 min and costs £6 - £14.

Is there a direct bus between Gatwick Airport and Purley (Station)?

No, there is no direct bus from Gatwick Airport to Purley (Station). However, there are services departing from Gatwick South Terminal and arriving at Purley Hospital via Redhill Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 32m.

Is there a direct train between Gatwick Airport and Purley (Station)?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Gatwick Airport and arriving at Purley. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 24 min.

How far is it from Gatwick Airport to Purley (Station)?

The distance between Gatwick Airport and Purley (Station) is 13 miles. The road distance is 18.6 miles.

How do I travel from Gatwick Airport to Purley (Station) without a car?

The best way to get from Gatwick Airport to Purley (Station) without a car is to train which takes 24 min and costs £6 - £14.

How long does it take to get from Gatwick Airport to Purley (Station)?

The train from Gatwick Airport to Purley takes 24 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Gatwick Airport to Purley (Station) bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Gatwick Airport to Purley (Station) train from?

Gatwick Airport to Purley (Station) train services, operated by Thameslink, depart from Gatwick Airport station.

Train or bus from Gatwick Airport to Purley (Station)?

The best way to get from Gatwick Airport to Purley (Station) is to train which takes 24 min and costs £6 - £14. Alternatively, you can line 100 bus and line 405 bus, which costs £4 - £6 and takes 1h 32m.

Where does the Gatwick Airport to Purley (Station) bus arrive?

Gatwick Airport to Purley (Station) bus services, operated by Metrobus, arrive at Redhill Bus Station.

Where does the Gatwick Airport to Purley (Station) train arrive?

Gatwick Airport to Purley (Station) train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at Purley station.

Can I drive from Gatwick Airport to Purley (Station)?

Yes, the driving distance between Gatwick Airport to Purley (Station) is 19 miles. It takes approximately 24 min to drive from Gatwick Airport to Purley (Station).

How do I get a train ticket from Gatwick Airport to Purley (Station)?

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Where can I stay near Purley (Station)?

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Gatwick Airport to Purley (Station) - 4 ways to travel via train

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There are 4 ways to get from Gatwick Airport to Purley (Station) by train, bus, taxi, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to Purleytrain Three Bridges - Bedford / ...
24 min
£6–14
Line 100 bus, line 405 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Gatwick South Terminal to Redhill Bus Stationbus 100 / ...
2. Take the bus from Redhill Bus Station to Purley Hospitalbus 405
1h 32m
£4–6
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Gatwick Airport to Purley (Station)taxi 18.5 mi
24 min
£40–50
Drive 18.5 mi
1. Drive from Gatwick Airport to Purley (Station)car 18.5 mi
24 min
£5–7

Gatwick Airport to Purley (Station) by train

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Distance: 13.1 mi
Duration: 24 min

What companies run services between Gatwick Airport, England and Purley (Station), 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 (Station) via Redhill Bus Station and Purley Hospital in around 1h 32m.

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