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

The cheapest way to get from Plaistow to Purley is to drive which costs £4 - £7 and takes 42 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Plaistow to Purley is to taxi which takes 42 min and costs £85 - £110.

Is there a direct bus between Plaistow and Purley?

No, there is no direct bus from Plaistow to Purley. However, there are services departing from Croydon Road and arriving at Purley / Downlands Precinct via Aldwych / Drury Lane. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Plaistow and Purley?

No, there is no direct train from Plaistow station to Purley. However, there are services departing from West Ham station and arriving at Purley via London Blackfriars. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 5m.

How far is it from Plaistow to Purley?

The distance between Plaistow and Purley is 20 miles. The road distance is 17.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Plaistow to Purley without a car is to subway and train which takes 1h 5m and costs £11 - £35.

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

It takes approximately 1h 5m to get from Plaistow to Purley, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Plaistow to Purley bus from?

Plaistow to Purley bus services, operated by Go Ahead London, depart from Croydon Road station.

Where do I catch the Plaistow to Purley train from?

Plaistow to Purley train services, operated by London Underground (Tube), depart from West Ham station.

Where does the Plaistow to Purley bus arrive?

Plaistow to Purley bus services, operated by Go Ahead London, arrive at Aldwych / Drury Lane station.

Where does the Plaistow to Purley train arrive?

Plaistow to Purley train services, operated by London Underground (Tube), arrive at Blackfriars station.

Can I drive from Plaistow to Purley?

Yes, the driving distance between Plaistow to Purley is 18 miles. It takes approximately 42 min to drive from Plaistow to Purley.

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

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Where can I stay near Purley?

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Plaistow to Purley - 5 ways to travel via train, subway, bus, taxi, and car

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

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Subway, train
best
1. Take the subway from West Ham station to Blackfriars stationsubway District / ...
2. Take the train from London Blackfriars to Purleytrain Bedford - Three Bridges / ...
1h 5m
£11–31
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Croydon Road to Aldwych / Drury Lanebus N15
2. Take the bus from Aldwych / Drury Lane to Purley / Downlands Precinctbus N68
2h 25m
£4–41
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Plaistow to Purleytaxi 17.8 mi
42 min
£85–110
Drive 17.8 mi
1. Drive from Plaistow to Purleycar 17.8 mi
42 min
£5–7
Subway, train via London Victoria
1. Take the subway from West Ham station to Victoria stationsubway District / ...
2. Take the train from London Victoria to Purleytrain London Victoria - Reigate / ...
1h 10m
£12–36

Plaistow to Purley by subway and train

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Distance: 19.4 mi
Duration: 1h 5m

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

You can take a bus from Croydon Road to Purley / Downlands Precinct via Aldwych / Drury Lane in around 2h 25m.

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