What is the cheapest way to get from Purley to Horniman Museum?

The cheapest way to get from Purley to Horniman Museum is to drive which costs £2 - £3 and takes 22 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Purley to Horniman Museum?

The fastest way to get from Purley to Horniman Museum is to taxi which takes 22 min and costs £20 - £25.

Is there a direct bus between Purley and Horniman Museum?

No, there is no direct bus from Purley to Horniman Museum. However, there are services departing from Purley / Downlands Precinct and arriving at Honor Oak Road via Park Lane / Fairfield Halls. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Purley and Horniman Museum?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Purley and arriving at Forest Hill. Services depart five times a week, and operate Monday to Friday. The journey takes approximately 24 min.

How far is it from Purley to Horniman Museum?

The distance between Purley and Horniman Museum is 8 miles. The road distance is 8.7 miles.

How do I travel from Purley to Horniman Museum without a car?

The best way to get from Purley to Horniman Museum without a car is to train which takes 31 min and costs £4 - £8.

How long does it take to get from Purley to Horniman Museum?

The train from Purley to Forest Hill takes 24 min including transfers and departs five times a week.

Where do I catch the Purley to Horniman Museum bus from?

Purley to Horniman Museum bus services, operated by Arriva UK, depart from Purley / Downlands Precinct station.

Where do I catch the Purley to Horniman Museum train from?

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

Train or bus from Purley to Horniman Museum?

The best way to get from Purley to Horniman Museum is to train which takes 31 min and costs £4 - £8. Alternatively, you can bus and line 197 bus, which costs £2 - £45 and takes 1h 5m.

Where does the Purley to Horniman Museum bus arrive?

Purley to Horniman Museum bus services, operated by Arriva UK, arrive at St George's Walk / Croydon Town Centre station.

Where does the Purley to Horniman Museum train arrive?

Purley to Horniman Museum train services, operated by Southern, arrive at Forest Hill station.

Can I drive from Purley to Horniman Museum?

Yes, the driving distance between Purley to Horniman Museum is 9 miles. It takes approximately 22 min to drive from Purley to Horniman Museum.

How do I get a train ticket from Purley to Horniman Museum?

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Purley to Horniman Museum - 7 ways to travel via train, line 197 bus, and taxi

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There are 7 ways to get from Purley to Horniman Museum by train, bus, taxi, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Purley to Forest Hilltrain Purley - London Bridge
31 min
£4–8
Train, line 197 bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Purley to Norwood Junctiontrain Three Bridges - Bedford / ...
2. Take the bus from Norwood Junction Station to Horniman Museumbus 197
42 min
£3–28
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Purley to Horniman Museumtaxi 8.6 mi
22 min
£20–25
Drive 8.6 mi
1. Drive from Purley to Horniman Museumcar 8.6 mi
22 min
£3
Train via London Bridge
1. Take the train from Purley to London Bridgetrain Three Bridges - Bedford / ...
2. Take the train from London Bridge to Forest Hilltrain London Bridge - East Croydon / ...
1h
£9–20
Bus, line 197 bus
1. Take the bus from Purley / Downlands Precinct to St George's Walk / Croydon Town Centrebus 466 / ...
2. Take the bus from Park Lane / Fairfield Halls to Honor Oak Roadbus 197
1h 5m
£3–43
Line 289 bus, line 356 bus
1. Take the bus from Purley Station to Elmers End Interchangebus 289
2. Take the bus from Elmers End Green to Honor Oak Roadbus 356
1h 55m
£4–5

Purley to Horniman Museum by train and foot

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Distance: 8.2 mi
Duration: 31 min

What companies run services between Purley, England and Horniman Museum, England?

Southern operates a train from Purley to Forest Hill 5 times a week. Tickets cost £4–8 and the journey takes 24 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Purley / Downlands Precinct to Horniman Museum via St George's Walk / Croydon Town Centre, Park Lane / Fairfield Halls, and Honor Oak Road in around 1h 5m.

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