What is the cheapest way to get from Kings Cross to Purley?

The cheapest way to get from Kings Cross to Purley is to bus which costs £2 and takes 1h 11m.

What is the fastest way to get from Kings Cross to Purley?

The fastest way to get from Kings Cross to Purley is to train which takes 37 min and costs £8 - £17.

Is there a direct bus between Kings Cross and Purley?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Kingsway / Holborn Station station and arriving at Purley / Downlands Precinct. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 11m.

Is there a direct train between Kings Cross and Purley?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from London St Pancras Intl and arriving at Purley. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 37 min.

How far is it from Kings Cross to Purley?

The distance between Kings Cross and Purley is 16 miles. The road distance is 15.1 miles.

How do I travel from Kings Cross to Purley without a car?

The best way to get from Kings Cross to Purley without a car is to train which takes 37 min and costs £8 - £17.

How long does it take to get from Kings Cross to Purley?

The train from London St Pancras International to Purley takes 37 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Kings Cross to Purley bus from?

Kings Cross to Purley bus services, operated by Abellio London, depart from Kingsway / Holborn Station.

Where do I catch the Kings Cross to Purley train from?

Kings Cross to Purley train services, operated by Thameslink, depart from London St Pancras Intl station.

Train or bus from Kings Cross to Purley?

The best way to get from Kings Cross to Purley is to train which takes 37 min and costs £8 - £17. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £2 and takes 1h 11m.

Where does the Kings Cross to Purley bus arrive?

Kings Cross to Purley bus services, operated by Abellio London, arrive at Purley / Downlands Precinct station.

Where does the Kings Cross to Purley train arrive?

Kings Cross to Purley train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at Purley station.

Can I drive from Kings Cross to Purley?

Yes, the driving distance between Kings Cross to Purley is 15 miles. It takes approximately 40 min to drive from Kings Cross to Purley.

How do I get a train ticket from Kings Cross to Purley?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Kings Cross to Purley?

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Where can I stay near Purley?

There are 18408+ hotels available in Purley.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Purleytrain Bedford - Three Bridges / ...
37 min
£8–17
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kingsway / Holborn Station to Purley / Downlands Precinctbus N68
1h 11m
£2
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Kings Cross to Purleytaxi 15 mi
40 min
£110–140
Drive 15 mi
1. Drive from Kings Cross to Purleycar 15 mi
40 min
£4–6

Kings Cross to Purley by train

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Distance: 16.2 mi
Duration: 37 min

What companies run services between Kings Cross, Greater London, England and Purley, England?

Thameslink operates a train from London St Pancras Intl to Purley every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £8–17 and the journey takes 37 min. Alternatively, Abellio London operates a bus from Kingsway / Holborn Station to Purley / Downlands Precinct hourly. Tickets cost £2 and the journey takes 1h 11m.

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