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

The cheapest way to get from Purley to Bristol is to bus which costs £22 - £35 and takes 4h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Purley to Bristol is to drive which takes 2h 24m and costs £30 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Purley and Bristol?

No, there is no direct bus from Purley to Bristol station. However, there are services departing from Purley / Downlands Precinct and arriving at Bus Station via West Croydon Bus Station and Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 33m.

Is there a direct train between Purley and Bristol?

No, there is no direct train from Purley to Bristol. However, there are services departing from Purley and arriving at Bristol Temple Meads via Farringdon Without and London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 42m.

How far is it from Purley to Bristol?

The distance between Purley and Bristol is 137 miles. The road distance is 122.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Purley to Bristol without a car is to train which takes 2h 42m and costs £60 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 2h 42m to get from Purley to Bristol, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Purley to Bristol bus from?

Purley to Bristol bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Gatwick Airport South Terminal station.

Where do I catch the Purley to Bristol train from?

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

Train or bus from Purley to Bristol?

The best way to get from Purley to Bristol is to train which takes 2h 42m and costs £60 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus via Heathrow Central Bus Station, which costs and takes 4h 33m.

Where does the Purley to Bristol bus arrive?

Purley to Bristol bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Bristol Bus Station.

Where does the Purley to Bristol train arrive?

Purley to Bristol train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at Farringdon station.

Can I drive from Purley to Bristol?

Yes, the driving distance between Purley to Bristol is 122 miles. It takes approximately 2h 24m to drive from Purley to Bristol.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Purley to Bristol?

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Where can I stay near Bristol?

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Purley to Farringdontrain Three Bridges - Bedford / ...
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Bristol Temple Meadstrain London Paddington - Bristol Temple Meads / ...
2h 42m
£60–106
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Gatwick Airport South Terminal to Bristol Bus Stationbus Uk940
4h 40m
£22–35
Bus via Heathrow Central Bus Station
1. Take the bus from West Croydon Bus Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus Sl7
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 200 / ...
4h 33m
Drive 121.7 mi
1. Drive from Purley to Bristolcar 121.7 mi
2h 24m
£31–44
Train via Reading
1. Take the train from Redhill to Readingtrain Gatwick Airport - Reading / ...
2. Take the train from Reading to Bristol Temple Meadstrain London Paddington - Bristol Temple Meads / ...
3h 17m
£57–106

Purley to Bristol by train

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Distance: 136.1 mi
Duration: 2h 42m

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

You can take a train from Purley to Bristol Temple Meads via Farringdon, Farringdon Without, and London Paddington in around 2h 42m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Purley / Downlands Precinct to Bus Station via West Croydon Bus Station and Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 4h 33m.

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