What is the cheapest way to get from Purley to Charing Cross?

The cheapest way to get from Purley to Charing Cross is to bus which costs £2 and takes 1h 5m.

What is the fastest way to get from Purley to Charing Cross?

The fastest way to get from Purley to Charing Cross is to train which takes 32 min and costs £7 - £15.

Is there a direct bus between Purley and Charing Cross?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Purley / Downlands Precinct and arriving at Lancaster Place. Services depart every two hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Purley and Charing Cross?

No, there is no direct train from Purley to Charing Cross. However, there are services departing from Purley and arriving at London Charing Cross via London Bridge. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 32 min.

How far is it from Purley to Charing Cross?

The distance between Purley and Charing Cross is 15 miles. The road distance is 13.8 miles.

How do I travel from Purley to Charing Cross without a car?

The best way to get from Purley to Charing Cross without a car is to train which takes 32 min and costs £7 - £15.

How long does it take to get from Purley to Charing Cross?

It takes approximately 32 min to get from Purley to Charing Cross, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Purley to Charing Cross bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Purley to Charing Cross train from?

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

Train or bus from Purley to Charing Cross?

The best way to get from Purley to Charing Cross is to train which takes 32 min and costs £7 - £15. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £2 and takes 1h 5m.

Where does the Purley to Charing Cross bus arrive?

Purley to Charing Cross bus services, operated by Abellio London, arrive at Lancaster Place station.

Where does the Purley to Charing Cross train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Purley to Charing Cross?

Yes, the driving distance between Purley to Charing Cross is 14 miles. It takes approximately 35 min to drive from Purley to Charing Cross.

How do I get a train ticket from Purley to Charing Cross?

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Where can I stay near Charing Cross?

There are 21364+ hotels available in Charing Cross.

Can I share a ride from Purley to Charing Cross?

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

Purley to Charing Cross - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, and rideshare

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Purley to London Bridgetrain Three Bridges - Bedford / ...
2. Take the train from London Bridge to London Charing Crosstrain Hayes / ...
32 min
£8–15
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Purley / Downlands Precinct to Lancaster Placebus N68
1h 5m
£2
Rideshare
1. Take the rideshare from Croydon to Londonrideshare 11.2 mi
40 min
£3
Line 289 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Purley Station to Elmers End Interchangebus 289
2. Take the train from Elmers End to London Charing Crosstrain Hayes
1h 51m
£7–14
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Purley to Charing Crosstaxi 13.7 mi
35 min
£65–80
Drive 13.7 mi
1. Drive from Purley to Charing Crosscar 13.7 mi
35 min
£4–5

Purley to Charing Cross by train

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Distance: 15 mi
Duration: 32 min

What companies run services between Purley, England and Charing Cross, Greater London, England?

You can take a train from Purley to London Charing Cross via London Bridge in around 32 min. Alternatively, Abellio London operates a bus from Purley / Downlands Precinct to Lancaster Place every 2 hours. Tickets cost £2 and the journey takes 1h 5m.

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