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

The cheapest way to get from Purley to Brixton is to bus which costs £2 and takes 44 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Purley to Brixton is to train which takes 16 min and costs £5 - £9.

Is there a direct bus between Purley and Brixton?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Purley / Downlands Precinct and arriving at Frankfurt Road. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 44 min.

Is there a direct train between Purley and Brixton?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Purley and arriving at Clapham Junction. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 16 min.

How far is it from Purley to Brixton?

The distance between Purley and Brixton is 11 miles. The road distance is 10.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Purley to Brixton without a car is to train which takes 16 min and costs £5 - £9.

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

The train from Purley to Clapham Junction takes 16 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Purley to Brixton bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Purley to Brixton train from?

Purley to Brixton train services, operated by Southern, depart from Purley station.

Train or bus from Purley to Brixton?

The best way to get from Purley to Brixton is to train which takes 16 min and costs £5 - £9. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £2 and takes 44 min.

Where does the Purley to Brixton bus arrive?

Purley to Brixton bus services, operated by Transport UK London Bus, arrive at Frankfurt Road station.

Where does the Purley to Brixton train arrive?

Purley to Brixton train services, operated by Southern, arrive at Clapham Junction station.

Can I drive from Purley to Brixton?

Yes, the driving distance between Purley to Brixton is 10 miles. It takes approximately 25 min to drive from Purley to Brixton.

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

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Where can I stay near Brixton?

There are 20955+ hotels available in Brixton.

Can I share a ride from Purley to Brixton?

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

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There are 6 ways to get from Purley to Brixton by train, bus, rideshare, taxi, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Purley to Clapham Junctiontrain Reigate - London Victoria / ...
16 min
£5–9
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Purley / Downlands Precinct to Frankfurt Roadbus N68
44 min
£2
Rideshare
1. Take the rideshare from Croydon to Londonrideshare 11.2 mi
40 min
£3
Line 312 bus, line 196 bus
1. Take the bus from Purley / Downlands Precinct to Norwood Junction Stationbus 312
2. Take the bus from Norwood Junction Station to Brixton Academybus 196
1h 26m
£2–3
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Purley to Brixtontaxi 10.3 mi
25 min
£50–60
Drive 10.3 mi
1. Drive from Purley to Brixtoncar 10.3 mi
25 min
£3–4

Purley to Brixton by train

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Distance: 10.7 mi
Duration: 16 min

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

Southern operates a train from Purley to Clapham Junction hourly. Tickets cost £5–9 and the journey takes 16 min. Thameslink also services this route once a week. Alternatively, Transport UK London Bus operates a bus from Purley / Downlands Precinct to Frankfurt Road hourly. Tickets cost £2 and the journey takes 44 min.

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