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

The cheapest way to get from Purley to Barking is to drive which costs £5 - £8 and takes 46 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Purley to Barking is to drive which takes 46 min and costs £5 - £8.

Is there a direct bus between Purley and Barking?

No, there is no direct bus from Purley to Barking. However, there are services departing from Purley / Downlands Precinct and arriving at North Street via Aldwych. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 21m.

Is there a direct train between Purley and Barking?

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

How far is it from Purley to Barking?

The distance between Purley and Barking is 23 miles. The road distance is 20.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Purley to Barking without a car is to train and subway which takes 1h 1m and costs £13 - £15.

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

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

Where do I catch the Purley to Barking bus from?

Purley to Barking bus services, operated by Transport UK London Bus, depart from Purley / Downlands Precinct station.

Where do I catch the Purley to Barking train from?

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

Where does the Purley to Barking bus arrive?

Purley to Barking bus services, operated by Transport UK London Bus, arrive at Aldwych / Kingsway station.

Where does the Purley to Barking train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Purley to Barking?

Yes, the driving distance between Purley to Barking is 21 miles. It takes approximately 46 min to drive from Purley to Barking.

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

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Where can I stay near Barking?

There are 19553+ hotels available in Barking.

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

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Train, subway
best
1. Take the train from Purley to London Blackfriarstrain Gatwick Airport - Bedford / ...
2. Take the subway from Blackfriars station to Barking stationsubway District
1h 1m
£13–15
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Purley / Downlands Precinct to Aldwych / Kingswaybus N68
2. Take the bus from Aldwych to North Streetbus N15
2h 21m
£3–67
Drive 20.4 mi
1. Drive from Purley to Barkingcar 20.4 mi
46 min
£5–8
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Purley to Barkingtaxi 20.4 mi
46 min
£90–110
Train, subway via London Victoria
1. Take the train from Purley to London Victoriatrain Reigate - London Victoria / ...
2. Take the subway from Victoria station to Barking stationsubway District
1h 5m
£12–18

Purley to Barking by train and subway

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Distance: 23 mi
Duration: 1h 1m

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

You can take a bus from Purley / Downlands Precinct to North Street via Aldwych / Kingsway and Aldwych in around 2h 21m.

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