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

The cheapest way to get from Purley to Essex is to bus which costs £12 - £27 and takes 4h 3m.

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

The fastest way to get from Purley to Essex is to drive which takes 1h 16m and costs £14 - £21.

Is there a direct bus between Purley and Essex?

No, there is no direct bus from Purley to Essex. However, there are services departing from Purley / Downlands Precinct and arriving at Polecat Road via London Eye, Coach Station and Bus Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 3m.

Is there a direct train between Purley and Essex?

No, there is no direct train from Purley to Essex. However, there are services departing from Purley and arriving at White Notley via London Bridge station and Stratford (London). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 20m.

How far is it from Purley to Essex?

The distance between Purley and Essex is 59 miles. The road distance is 60 miles.

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

The best way to get from Purley to Essex without a car is to train and subway which takes 2h 20m and costs £30 - £75.

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

It takes approximately 2h 20m to get from Purley to Essex, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Purley to Essex bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Purley to Essex train from?

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

Train or bus from Purley to Essex?

The best way to get from Purley to Essex is to bus which takes 4h 3m and costs £12 - £27. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £30 - £65 and takes 2h 49m.

Where does the Purley to Essex bus arrive?

Purley to Essex bus services, operated by Abellio London, arrive at Waterloo Station / Tenison Way.

Where does the Purley to Essex train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Purley to Essex?

Yes, the driving distance between Purley to Essex is 60 miles. It takes approximately 1h 16m to drive from Purley to Essex.

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

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There are 4 ways to get from Purley to Essex by train, subway, bus, or car

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Train, subway
best
1. Take the train from Purley to London Bridgetrain
2. Take the subway from London Bridge station to Stratford stationsubway
3. Take the train from Stratford (London) to White Notleytrain
2h 20m
£31–73
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Purley / Downlands Precinct to Waterloo Station / Tenison Waybus N68
2. Take the bus from London Eye to Coach Stationbus A8
4h 3m
£13–27
Drive 59.7 mi
1. Drive from Purley to Essexcar 59.7 mi
1h 16m
£15–21
Train
1. Take the train from Purley to Farringdontrain
2. Take the train from Farringdon Without to Shenfieldtrain
3. Take the train from Shenfield to White Notleytrain
2h 49m
£33–64

Purley to Essex by train and subway

95Weekly Services

2h 20mAverage Duration

£31Cheapest Price

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Distance: 58.5 mi
Duration: 2h 20m

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

You can take a bus from Purley / Downlands Precinct to Polecat Road via Waterloo Station / Tenison Way, London Eye, Coach Station, and Bus Interchange in around 4h 3m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Purley to White Notley via Farringdon, Farringdon Without, and Shenfield in around 2h 49m.

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