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

The cheapest way to get from Lewisham to Purley is to drive which costs £2 - £5 and takes 27 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Lewisham to Purley is to taxi which takes 27 min and costs £55 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Lewisham and Purley?

No, there is no direct bus from Lewisham to Purley. However, there are services departing from Lewisham Centre and arriving at Purley / Downlands Precinct via Park Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 23m.

Is there a direct train between Lewisham and Purley?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from New Cross Gate and arriving at Purley. Services depart five times a week, and operate Monday to Friday. The journey takes approximately 32 min.

How far is it from Lewisham to Purley?

The distance between Lewisham and Purley is 10 miles. The road distance is 11.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Lewisham to Purley without a car is to train which takes 32 min and costs £5 - £11.

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

The train from New Cross Gate to Purley takes 32 min including transfers and departs five times a week.

Where do I catch the Lewisham to Purley bus from?

Lewisham to Purley bus services, operated by Stagecoach London, depart from Lewisham Centre station.

Where do I catch the Lewisham to Purley train from?

Lewisham to Purley train services, operated by Southern, depart from New Cross Gate station.

Train or bus from Lewisham to Purley?

The best way to get from Lewisham to Purley is to train which takes 32 min and costs £5 - £11. Alternatively, you can line 75 bus and bus via Fairfield Halls, which costs £2 - £5 and takes 1h 23m.

Where does the Lewisham to Purley bus arrive?

Lewisham to Purley bus services, operated by Stagecoach London, arrive at Fairfield Halls station.

Where does the Lewisham to Purley train arrive?

Lewisham to Purley train services, operated by Southern, arrive at Purley station.

Can I drive from Lewisham to Purley?

Yes, the driving distance between Lewisham to Purley is 12 miles. It takes approximately 27 min to drive from Lewisham to Purley.

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

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Lewisham to Purley - 7 ways to travel via train, line 75 bus, bus, taxi

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There are 7 ways to get from Lewisham to Purley by train, bus, taxi, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from New Cross Gate to Purleytrain London Bridge - Caterham
32 min
£5–11
Line 75 bus, bus via Fairfield Halls
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Lewisham Centre to Fairfield Hallsbus 75
2. Take the bus from Park Street to Purley / Downlands Precinctbus 466 / ...
1h 23m
£3–5
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Lewisham to Purleytaxi 11.7 mi
27 min
£55–70
Drive 11.7 mi
1. Drive from Lewisham to Purleycar 11.7 mi
27 min
£3–5
Train via London Bridge
1. Take the train from Lewisham to London Bridgetrain Hayes / ...
2. Take the train from London Bridge to Purleytrain Bedford - Three Bridges / ...
38 min
£8–17
Line 75 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Lewisham Centre to Whitgift Centrebus 75
2. Take the bus from Whitgift Centre to Purley / Downlands Precinctbus 60
1h 23m
£3–5
Line 54 bus, line 289 bus
1. Take the bus from Lockmead Road to Elmers End Interchangebus 54
2. Take the bus from Elmers End Interchange to Purley Stationbus 289
1h 56m
£3–5

Lewisham to Purley by train

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Distance: 10.4 mi
Duration: 32 min

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

Southern operates a train from New Cross Gate to Purley 5 times a week. Tickets cost £5–11 and the journey takes 32 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Lewisham Centre to Purley / Downlands Precinct via Fairfield Halls and Park Street in around 1h 23m.

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