What is the cheapest way to get from Purley to King's Cross Thameslink Station?

The cheapest way to get from Purley to King's Cross Thameslink Station is to bus and line 63 bus which costs £4 and takes 1h 25m.

What is the fastest way to get from Purley to King's Cross Thameslink Station?

The fastest way to get from Purley to King's Cross Thameslink Station is to taxi which takes 40 min and costs £110 - £140.

Is there a direct bus between Purley and King's Cross Thameslink Station?

No, there is no direct bus from Purley to King's Cross Thameslink Station. However, there are services departing from Purley / Downlands Precinct and arriving at Swinton Street via Elephant & Castle / London Road. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Purley and King's Cross Thameslink Station?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Purley and arriving at London St Pancras Intl. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 38 min.

How far is it from Purley to King's Cross Thameslink Station?

The distance between Purley and King's Cross Thameslink Station is 17 miles. The road distance is 15.3 miles.

How do I travel from Purley to King's Cross Thameslink Station without a car?

The best way to get from Purley to King's Cross Thameslink Station without a car is to train which takes 44 min and costs £8 - £17.

How long does it take to get from Purley to King's Cross Thameslink Station?

The train from Purley to London St Pancras International takes 38 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Purley to King's Cross Thameslink Station bus from?

Purley to King's Cross Thameslink Station bus services, operated by Abellio London, depart from Purley / Downlands Precinct station.

Where do I catch the Purley to King's Cross Thameslink Station train from?

Purley to King's Cross Thameslink Station train services, operated by Thameslink, depart from Purley station.

Train or bus from Purley to King's Cross Thameslink Station?

The best way to get from Purley to King's Cross Thameslink Station is to train which takes 44 min and costs £8 - £17. Alternatively, you can bus and line 63 bus, which costs £4 and takes 1h 25m.

Where does the Purley to King's Cross Thameslink Station bus arrive?

Purley to King's Cross Thameslink Station bus services, operated by Abellio London, arrive at Elephant & Castle / London Road station.

Where does the Purley to King's Cross Thameslink Station train arrive?

Purley to King's Cross Thameslink Station train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at London St Pancras Intl station.

Can I drive from Purley to King's Cross Thameslink Station?

Yes, the driving distance between Purley to King's Cross Thameslink Station is 15 miles. It takes approximately 40 min to drive from Purley to King's Cross Thameslink Station.

How do I get a train ticket from Purley to King's Cross Thameslink Station?

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Where can I stay near King's Cross Thameslink Station?

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Purley to King's Cross Thameslink Station - 5 ways to travel via train, and bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Purley to King's Cross Thameslink Station by train, bus, taxi, car, or subway

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Purley to London St Pancras Intltrain Three Bridges - Bedford / ...
44 min
£8–17
Bus, line 63 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Purley / Downlands Precinct to Elephant & Castle / London Roadbus N68
2. Take the bus from Elephant & Castle / London Road to Swinton Streetbus 63 / ...
1h 25m
£4
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Purley to King's Cross Thameslink Stationtaxi 15.2 mi
40 min
£110–140
Drive 15.2 mi
1. Drive from Purley to King's Cross Thameslink Stationcar 15.2 mi
40 min
£4–6
Line 127 bus, subway
1. Take the bus from Purley Station to Tooting Broadway Stationbus 127
2. Take the subway from Tooting Broadway station to King's Cross St. Pancras stationsubway Northern
1h 34m

Purley to King's Cross Thameslink Station by train and foot

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Distance: 16.6 mi
Duration: 44 min

What companies run services between Purley, England and King's Cross Thameslink Station, England?

Thameslink operates a train from Purley to London St Pancras Intl every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £8–17 and the journey takes 38 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Purley / Downlands Precinct to Swinton Street via Elephant & Castle / London Road in around 1h 25m.

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