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

The cheapest way to get from Peckham to Purley is to drive which costs £2 - £4 and takes 29 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Peckham to Purley is to train which takes 21 min and costs £6 - £13.

Is there a direct bus between Peckham and Purley?

No, there is no direct bus from Peckham station to Purley. However, there are services departing from Peckham Bus Station and arriving at Purley / Downlands Precinct via Park Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 21m.

Is there a direct train between Peckham and Purley?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from London Bridge and arriving at Purley. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 21 min.

How far is it from Peckham to Purley?

The distance between Peckham and Purley is 13 miles. The road distance is 11.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Peckham to Purley without a car is to train which takes 21 min and costs £6 - £13.

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

The train from London Bridge to Purley takes 21 min including transfers and departs every 20 minutes.

Where do I catch the Peckham to Purley bus from?

Peckham to Purley bus services, operated by Go Ahead London, depart from Peckham Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Peckham to Purley train from?

Peckham to Purley train services, operated by Thameslink, depart from London Bridge station.

Train or bus from Peckham to Purley?

The best way to get from Peckham to Purley is to train which takes 21 min and costs £6 - £13. Alternatively, you can line 197 bus and bus, which costs £2 - £60 and takes 1h 21m.

Where does the Peckham to Purley bus arrive?

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

Where does the Peckham to Purley train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Peckham to Purley?

Yes, the driving distance between Peckham to Purley is 11 miles. It takes approximately 29 min to drive from Peckham to Purley.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Peckham to Purley?

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Where can I stay near Purley?

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Peckham to Purley - 5 ways to travel via train, line 197 bus, bus, taxi

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There are 5 ways to get from Peckham to Purley by train, bus, taxi, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from London Bridge to Purleytrain Bedford - Three Bridges / ...
21 min
£6–13
Line 197 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Peckham Bus Station to Fairfield Hallsbus 197
2. Take the bus from Park Street to Purley / Downlands Precinctbus 466 / ...
1h 21m
£3–56
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Peckham to Purleytaxi 11.2 mi
29 min
£100–130
Drive 11.2 mi
1. Drive from Peckham to Purleycar 11.2 mi
29 min
£3–4
Line 197 bus, line 407 bus
1. Take the bus from The Aylesham Centre to Fairfield Hallsbus 197
2. Take the bus from Park Street to Sunnydene Roadbus 407
1h 25m
£4–53

Peckham to Purley by train

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Distance: 13.3 mi
Duration: 21 min

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

Thameslink operates a train from London Bridge to Purley every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £6–13 and the journey takes 21 min. Southern also services this route every 30 minutes. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Peckham Bus Station to Purley / Downlands Precinct via Fairfield Halls and Park Street in around 1h 21m.

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