What is the cheapest way to get from Purley to Old Street (Station)?

The cheapest way to get from Purley to Old Street (Station) is to bus which costs £2 - £5 and takes 1h 28m.

What is the fastest way to get from Purley to Old Street (Station)?

The fastest way to get from Purley to Old Street (Station) is to taxi which takes 39 min and costs £140 - £170.

Is there a direct bus between Purley and Old Street (Station)?

No, there is no direct bus from Purley to Old Street (Station) station. However, there are services departing from Purley / Downlands Precinct and arriving at Old Street Station via Holborn Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 28m.

Is there a direct train between Purley and Old Street (Station)?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Purley and arriving at Farringdon. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 33 min.

How far is it from Purley to Old Street (Station)?

The distance between Purley and Old Street (Station) is 16 miles. The road distance is 14.9 miles.

How do I travel from Purley to Old Street (Station) without a car?

The best way to get from Purley to Old Street (Station) without a car is to train and line 43 bus which takes 44 min and costs £8 - £16.

How long does it take to get from Purley to Old Street (Station)?

It takes approximately 44 min to get from Purley to Old Street (Station), including transfers.

Where do I catch the Purley to Old Street (Station) bus from?

Purley to Old Street (Station) bus services, operated by Abellio London, depart from Purley / Downlands Precinct station.

Where do I catch the Purley to Old Street (Station) train from?

Purley to Old Street (Station) train services, operated by Thameslink, depart from Purley station.

Train or bus from Purley to Old Street (Station)?

The best way to get from Purley to Old Street (Station) is to bus which takes 1h 28m and costs £2 - £5. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £7 - £15 and takes 51 min.

Where does the Purley to Old Street (Station) bus arrive?

Purley to Old Street (Station) bus services, operated by Abellio London, arrive at Holborn Station.

Where does the Purley to Old Street (Station) train arrive?

Purley to Old Street (Station) train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at Farringdon station.

Can I drive from Purley to Old Street (Station)?

Yes, the driving distance between Purley to Old Street (Station) is 15 miles. It takes approximately 39 min to drive from Purley to Old Street (Station).

How do I get a train ticket from Purley to Old Street (Station)?

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Where can I stay near Old Street (Station)?

There are 21983+ hotels available in Old Street (Station).

Purley to Old Street (Station) - 6 ways to travel via train, and line 43 bus

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There are 6 ways to get from Purley to Old Street (Station) by train, bus, taxi, car, or subway

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Train, line 43 bus
best
1. Take the train from Purley to London Bridgetrain Three Bridges - Bedford / ...
2. Take the bus from London Bridge Bus Station to Old Street Stationbus 43
44 min
£9–15
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Purley / Downlands Precinct to Holborn Stationbus N68
1h 28m
£3–5
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Purley to Old Street (Station)taxi 14.8 mi
39 min
£140–170
Drive 14.8 mi
1. Drive from Purley to Old Street (Station)car 14.8 mi
39 min
£4–6
Train
1. Take the train from Purley to Farringdontrain Three Bridges - Bedford / ...
51 min
£7–15
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 Old Street stationsubway Northern
1h 30m

Purley to Old Street (Station) by bus

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Distance: 16.2 mi
Duration: 44 min

What companies run services between Purley, England and Old Street (Station), Greater London, England?

Abellio London operates a bus from Purley / Downlands Precinct to Holborn Station hourly. Tickets cost £2 and the journey takes 1h 9m. Alternatively, Thameslink operates a train from Purley to Farringdon every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £7–15 and the journey takes 33 min.

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