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

The cheapest way to get from Purley to Chatham is to drive which costs £8 - £13 and takes 50 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Purley to Chatham is to drive which takes 50 min and costs £8 - £13.

Is there a direct train between Purley and Chatham?

No, there is no direct train from Purley to Chatham. However, there are services departing from Purley and arriving at Chatham via London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 38m.

How far is it from Purley to Chatham?

The distance between Purley and Chatham is 49 miles. The road distance is 35.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Purley to Chatham without a car is to train which takes 1h 38m and costs £24 - £55.

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

It takes approximately 1h 38m to get from Purley to Chatham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Purley to Chatham train from?

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

Where does the Purley to Chatham train arrive?

Purley to Chatham train services, operated by Southern, arrive at London Victoria station.

Can I drive from Purley to Chatham?

Yes, the driving distance between Purley to Chatham is 35 miles. It takes approximately 50 min to drive from Purley to Chatham.

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

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Where can I stay near Chatham?

There are 1591+ hotels available in Chatham.

Purley to Chatham - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Purley to London Victoriatrain Reigate - London Victoria / ...
2. Take the train from London Victoria to Chathamtrain London Victoria - Gillingham / ...
1h 38m
£25–54
Drive 34.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Purley to Chathamcar 34.9 mi
50 min
£9–13
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from St George's Walk / Croydon Town Centre to Bromley South Stationbus Sl5
2. Take the train from Bromley South to Chathamtrain London Victoria - Gillingham / ...
1h 41m
£14–28
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Purley to Chathamtaxi 34.9 mi
50 min
£110–140
Train via London Bridge
1. Take the train from Purley to London Bridgetrain Three Bridges - Bedford / ...
2. Take the train from London Bridge to Chathamtrain Luton - Rainham / ...
1h 55m
£23–49

Purley to Chatham by train

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1h 38mAverage Duration

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Distance: 48.5 mi
Duration: 1h 38m

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

You can take a train from Purley to Chatham via London Victoria in around 1h 38m.

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