What is the cheapest way to get from Purley to Canning Town?

The cheapest way to get from Purley to Canning Town is to drive which costs £4 - £6 and takes 42 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Purley to Canning Town?

The fastest way to get from Purley to Canning Town is to train and subway which takes 35 min and costs £10 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Purley and Canning Town?

No, there is no direct bus from Purley to Canning Town. However, there are services departing from Purley / Downlands Precinct and arriving at Hermit Road via Aldwych. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Purley and Canning Town?

No, there is no direct train from Purley to Canning Town station. However, there are services departing from Purley and arriving at Canning Town station via London Bridge station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 35 min.

How far is it from Purley to Canning Town?

The distance between Purley and Canning Town is 19 miles. The road distance is 16.5 miles.

How do I travel from Purley to Canning Town without a car?

The best way to get from Purley to Canning Town without a car is to train and subway which takes 35 min and costs £10 - £35.

How long does it take to get from Purley to Canning Town?

It takes approximately 35 min to get from Purley to Canning Town, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Purley to Canning Town bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Purley to Canning Town train from?

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

Train or bus from Purley to Canning Town?

The best way to get from Purley to Canning Town is to bus which takes 1h 55m and costs £2 - £50. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £11 - £25 and takes 51 min.

Where does the Purley to Canning Town bus arrive?

Purley to Canning Town bus services, operated by Abellio London, arrive at Aldwych / Kingsway station.

Where does the Purley to Canning Town train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Purley to Canning Town?

Yes, the driving distance between Purley to Canning Town is 17 miles. It takes approximately 42 min to drive from Purley to Canning Town.

How do I get a train ticket from Purley to Canning Town?

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Where can I stay near Canning Town?

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Purley to Canning Town - 5 ways to travel via train, subway, bus, taxi, and car

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

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Train, subway
best
1. Take the train from Purley to London Bridgetrain Three Bridges - Bedford / ...
2. Take the subway from London Bridge station to Canning Town stationsubway Jubilee
35 min
£11–32
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Purley / Downlands Precinct to Aldwych / Kingswaybus N68
2. Take the bus from Aldwych to Hermit Roadbus N15
1h 55m
£3–47
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Purley to Canning Towntaxi 16.5 mi
42 min
£75–95
Drive 16.5 mi
1. Drive from Purley to Canning Towncar 16.5 mi
42 min
£4–6
Train
1. Take the train from Purley to Farringdontrain Three Bridges - Bedford / ...
2. Take the train from Farringdon Without to Custom Housetrain Elizabeth
51 min
£12–24

Purley to Canning Town by train and subway

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Distance: 18.8 mi
Duration: 35 min

What companies run services between Purley, England and Canning Town, England?

You can take a bus from Purley / Downlands Precinct to Hermit Road via Aldwych / Kingsway and Aldwych in around 1h 55m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Purley to Custom House via Farringdon and Farringdon Without in around 51 min.

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