What is the cheapest way to get from Purley to British Museum?

The cheapest way to get from Purley to British Museum is to bus which costs £2 and takes 1h 16m.

What is the fastest way to get from Purley to British Museum?

The fastest way to get from Purley to British Museum is to taxi which takes 37 min and costs £65 - £80.

Is there a direct bus between Purley and British Museum?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Purley / Downlands Precinct and arriving at Drury Lane. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Purley and British Museum?

No, there is no direct train from Purley to British Museum station. However, there are services departing from Purley and arriving at Tottenham Court Road Station via Farringdon Without. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 49 min.

How far is it from Purley to British Museum?

The distance between Purley and British Museum is 17 miles. The road distance is 14.3 miles.

How do I travel from Purley to British Museum without a car?

The best way to get from Purley to British Museum without a car is to train which takes 49 min and costs £8 - £17.

How long does it take to get from Purley to British Museum?

It takes approximately 49 min to get from Purley to British Museum, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Purley to British Museum bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Purley to British Museum train from?

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

Train or bus from Purley to British Museum?

The best way to get from Purley to British Museum is to train which takes 49 min and costs £8 - £17. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £2 and takes 1h 16m.

Where does the Purley to British Museum bus arrive?

Purley to British Museum bus services, operated by Abellio London, arrive at Drury Lane station.

Where does the Purley to British Museum train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Purley to British Museum?

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

How do I get a train ticket from Purley to British Museum?

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Where can I stay near British Museum?

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Can I share a ride from Purley to British Museum?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Purley and British Museum. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Purley to British Museum - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, rideshare, and taxi

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There are 5 ways to get from Purley to British Museum by train, bus, rideshare, taxi, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Purley to Farringdontrain Three Bridges - Bedford / ...
49 min
£9–16
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Purley / Downlands Precinct to Drury Lanebus N68
1h 16m
£2
Rideshare
1. Take the rideshare from Croydon to Londonrideshare 11.2 mi
58 min
£3
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Purley to British Museumtaxi 14.3 mi
37 min
£65–80
Drive 14.3 mi
1. Drive from Purley to British Museumcar 14.3 mi
37 min
£4–5

Purley to British Museum by train and foot

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Distance: 16.7 mi
Duration: 49 min

What companies run services between Purley, England and British Museum, England?

Thameslink operates a train from Purley to Farringdon hourly. Tickets cost £7–15 and the journey takes 33 min. Alternatively, Abellio London operates a bus from Purley / Downlands Precinct to Drury Lane hourly. Tickets cost £2 and the journey takes 1h 10m.

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