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

The cheapest way to get from Purley to Kensington is to drive which costs £3 - £6 and takes 34 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Purley to Kensington is to train which takes 16 min and costs £4 - £8.

Is there a direct train between Purley and Kensington?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Purley and arriving at Clapham Junction. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 16 min.

How far is it from Purley to Kensington?

The distance between Purley and Kensington is 11 miles. The road distance is 14.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Purley to Kensington without a car is to train which takes 16 min and costs £4 - £8.

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

The train from Purley to Clapham Junction takes 16 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Purley to Kensington train from?

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

Where does the Purley to Kensington train arrive?

Purley to Kensington train services, operated by Southern, arrive at Clapham Junction station.

Can I drive from Purley to Kensington?

Yes, the driving distance between Purley to Kensington is 14 miles. It takes approximately 34 min to drive from Purley to Kensington.

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

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Where can I stay near Kensington?

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Purley to Kensington - 6 ways to travel via train, line 49 bus, taxi, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Purley to Kensington by train, bus, taxi, car, or subway

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Purley to Clapham Junctiontrain Reigate - London Victoria / ...
16 min
£4–8
Train, line 49 bus
1. Take the train from Purley to Clapham Junctiontrain Reigate - London Victoria / ...
2. Take the bus from Clapham Junction Station / The Falcon to The Design Museumbus 49
1h 7m
£7–10
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Purley to Kensingtontaxi 14.1 mi
34 min
£65–80
Drive 14.1 mi
1. Drive from Purley to Kensingtoncar 14.1 mi
34 min
£4–6
Train via Kensington (Olympia)
1. Take the train from Purley to Clapham Junctiontrain Reigate - London Victoria / ...
2. Take the train from Clapham Junction to Kensington (Olympia)train Clapham Junction - Stratford / ...
31 min
£6–13
Train, subway
1. Take the train from Purley to London Blackfriarstrain Gatwick Airport - Bedford / ...
2. Take the subway from Blackfriars station to High Street Kensington stationsubway Circle
56 min
£13

Purley to Kensington by train

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Distance: 10.7 mi
Duration: 16 min

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

Southern operates a train from Purley to Clapham Junction hourly. Tickets cost £4–8 and the journey takes 16 min.

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