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

The cheapest way to get from Portsmouth to Purley is to drive which costs £17 - £25 and takes 1h 21m.

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

The fastest way to get from Portsmouth to Purley is to drive which takes 1h 21m and costs £17 - £25.

Is there a direct bus between Portsmouth and Purley?

No, there is no direct bus from Portsmouth to Purley. However, there are services departing from The Hard Interchange and arriving at Purley / Downlands Precinct via Heathrow Central Bus Station and East Croydon Rail Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Portsmouth and Purley?

No, there is no direct train from Portsmouth to Purley. However, there are services departing from Portsmouth & Southsea and arriving at Purley via Guildford and Redhill. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 9m.

How far is it from Portsmouth to Purley?

The distance between Portsmouth and Purley is 71 miles. The road distance is 70.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Portsmouth to Purley without a car is to train via Woking which takes 2h 9m and costs £27 - £60.

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

It takes approximately 2h 9m to get from Portsmouth to Purley, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Portsmouth to Purley bus from?

Portsmouth to Purley bus services, operated by National Express, depart from The Hard Interchange station.

Where do I catch the Portsmouth to Purley train from?

Portsmouth to Purley train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Portsmouth & Southsea station.

Train or bus from Portsmouth to Purley?

The best way to get from Portsmouth to Purley is to train via Woking which takes 2h 9m and costs £27 - £60. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 4h 5m.

Where does the Portsmouth to Purley bus arrive?

Portsmouth to Purley bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Portsmouth to Purley train arrive?

Portsmouth to Purley train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at Guildford station.

Can I drive from Portsmouth to Purley?

Yes, the driving distance between Portsmouth to Purley is 70 miles. It takes approximately 1h 21m to drive from Portsmouth to Purley.

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

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Where can I stay near Purley?

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

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Train via Woking
best
1. Take the train from Portsmouth & Southsea to Guildfordtrain Portsmouth Harbour - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from Guildford to Redhilltrain Reading - Gatwick Airport / ...
2h 9m
£27–55
Drive 69.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Portsmouth to Purleycar 69.7 mi
1h 21m
£18–25
Train, line 479 bus, line 166 bus
1. Take the train from Portsmouth & Southsea to Guildfordtrain
2. Take the bus from Friary Bus Station to Elmslie Closebus 479
3. Take the bus from Epsom Hospital to Purley Tescobus 166
3h 46m
£21–41
Train
1. Take the train from Portsmouth & Southsea to Horshamtrain Portsmouth Harbour - Horsham / ...
2. Take the train from Horsham to Redhilltrain Horsham - Peterborough / ...
2h 23m
£33–56
Bus
1. Take the bus from The Hard Interchange to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 030
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to East Croydon Rail Stationbus Sl7
4h 5m

Portsmouth to Purley by train

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Distance: 70.5 mi
Duration: 2h 9m

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

You can take a train from Portsmouth & Southsea to Purley via Guildford and Redhill in around 2h 9m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from The Hard Interchange to Purley / Downlands Precinct via Heathrow Central Bus Station and East Croydon Rail Station in around 4h 5m.

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