What is the cheapest way to get from Purley to Aldgate East?

The cheapest way to get from Purley to Aldgate East is to bus which costs £2 - £16 and takes 1h 41m.

What is the fastest way to get from Purley to Aldgate East?

The fastest way to get from Purley to Aldgate East is to taxi which takes 37 min and costs £130 - £170.

Is there a direct bus between Purley and Aldgate East?

No, there is no direct bus from Purley to Aldgate East. However, there are services departing from Purley / Downlands Precinct and arriving at Aldgate East via Aldwych. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 41m.

Is there a direct train between Purley and Aldgate East?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Purley and arriving at London Bridge. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 22 min.

How far is it from Purley to Aldgate East?

The distance between Purley and Aldgate East is 16 miles. The road distance is 14.4 miles.

How do I travel from Purley to Aldgate East without a car?

The best way to get from Purley to Aldgate East without a car is to train and subway which takes 39 min and costs £8 - £20.

How long does it take to get from Purley to Aldgate East?

It takes approximately 39 min to get from Purley to Aldgate East, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Purley to Aldgate East bus from?

Purley to Aldgate East bus services, operated by Abellio London, depart from Purley / Downlands Precinct station.

Where do I catch the Purley to Aldgate East train from?

Purley to Aldgate East train services, operated by Thameslink, depart from Purley station.

Train or bus from Purley to Aldgate East?

The best way to get from Purley to Aldgate East is to train which takes 46 min and costs £6 - £14. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £2 - £16 and takes 1h 41m.

Where does the Purley to Aldgate East bus arrive?

Purley to Aldgate East bus services, operated by Abellio London, arrive at Aldwych / Kingsway station.

Where does the Purley to Aldgate East train arrive?

Purley to Aldgate East train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at London Blackfriars station.

Can I drive from Purley to Aldgate East?

Yes, the driving distance between Purley to Aldgate East is 14 miles. It takes approximately 37 min to drive from Purley to Aldgate East.

Where can I stay near Aldgate East?

There are 21935+ hotels available in Aldgate East.

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

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

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Train, subway
best
1. Take the train from Purley to London Blackfriarstrain Three Bridges - Bedford / ...
2. Take the subway from Blackfriars station to Aldgate East stationsubway District
39 min
£9–20
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Purley / Downlands Precinct to Aldwych / Kingswaybus N68
2. Take the bus from Aldwych to Aldgate Eastbus 15 / ...
1h 41m
£3–16
Train
1. Take the train from Purley to London Bridgetrain Three Bridges - Bedford / ...
46 min
£6–14
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Purley to Aldgate Easttaxi 14.3 mi
37 min
£130–170
Drive 14.3 mi
1. Drive from Purley to Aldgate Eastcar 14.3 mi
37 min
£4–5

Purley to Aldgate East by train and subway

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Distance: 15.9 mi
Duration: 39 min

What companies run services between Purley, England and Aldgate East, England?

Thameslink operates a train from Purley to London Bridge hourly. Tickets cost £6–14 and the journey takes 22 min. Southern also services this route every 30 minutes. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Purley / Downlands Precinct to Aldgate East via Aldwych / Kingsway and Aldwych in around 1h 41m.

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