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

The cheapest way to get from Purley to Bluewater is to line 289 bus and line 54 bus and line 96 bus which costs £4 - £8 and takes 3h 41m.

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

The fastest way to get from Purley to Bluewater is to drive which takes 37 min and costs £5 - £9.

Is there a direct bus between Purley and Bluewater?

No, there is no direct bus from Purley station to Bluewater station. However, there are services departing from Purley Station and arriving at Bus Station via Elmers End Interchange and Woolwich Arsenal Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 41m.

Is there a direct train between Purley and Bluewater?

No, there is no direct train from Purley to Bluewater. However, there are services departing from Purley and arriving at Dartford via London Bridge. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 34m.

How far is it from Purley to Bluewater?

The distance between Purley and Bluewater is 35 miles. The road distance is 24.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Purley to Bluewater without a car is to train via Home Gardens which takes 1h 34m and costs £15 - £35.

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

It takes approximately 1h 34m to get from Purley to Bluewater, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Purley to Bluewater bus from?

Purley to Bluewater bus services, operated by Arriva UK, depart from Purley Station.

Where do I catch the Purley to Bluewater train from?

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

Train or bus from Purley to Bluewater?

The best way to get from Purley to Bluewater is to train via Home Gardens which takes 1h 34m and costs £15 - £35. Alternatively, you can line 289 bus and line 54 bus and line 96 bus, which costs £4 - £8 and takes 3h 41m.

Where does the Purley to Bluewater bus arrive?

Purley to Bluewater bus services, operated by Arriva UK, arrive at Elmers End Interchange station.

Where does the Purley to Bluewater train arrive?

Purley to Bluewater train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at London Bridge station.

Can I drive from Purley to Bluewater?

Yes, the driving distance between Purley to Bluewater is 24 miles. It takes approximately 37 min to drive from Purley to Bluewater.

Where can I stay near Bluewater?

There are 10353+ hotels available in Bluewater.

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

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Train via Home Gardens
best
1. Take the train from Purley to London Bridgetrain Three Bridges - Bedford / ...
2. Take the train from London Bridge to Dartfordtrain London Cannon Street - Dartford / ...
1h 34m
£16–34
Line 289 bus, line 54 bus, line 96 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Purley Station to Elmers End Interchangebus 289
2. Take the bus from Elmers End Interchange to Vincent Road /Woolwich Arsenalbus 54
3. Take the bus from Woolwich Arsenal Station to Bus Stationbus 96
3h 41m
£5–8
Drive 24.2 mi
1. Drive from Purley to Bluewatercar 24.2 mi
37 min
£6–9
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Purley to Bluewatertaxi 24.2 mi
37 min
£50–65
Train
1. Take the train from Purley to London Bridgetrain Three Bridges - Bedford / ...
2. Take the train from London Bridge to Stone Crossingtrain London Charing Cross - Gravesend / ...
1h 49m
£16–32

Purley to Bluewater by train, bus, and foot

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Distance: 34.9 mi
Duration: 1h 34m

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

You can take a train from Purley to Bluewater via London Bridge, Dartford, Home Gardens, and Bus Station in around 1h 34m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Purley Station to Bluewater via Elmers End Interchange, Vincent Road /Woolwich Arsenal, Woolwich Arsenal Station, and Bus Station in around 3h 41m.

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