What is the cheapest way to get from Purley to Southend-on-Sea?

The cheapest way to get from Purley to Southend-on-Sea is to drive which costs £12 - £18 and takes 1h 8m.

What is the fastest way to get from Purley to Southend-on-Sea?

The fastest way to get from Purley to Southend-on-Sea is to drive which takes 1h 8m and costs £12 - £18.

Is there a direct train between Purley and Southend-on-Sea?

No, there is no direct train from Purley to Southend-on-Sea. However, there are services departing from Purley and arriving at Southend Central via London Bridge station and West Ham. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 29m.

How far is it from Purley to Southend-on-Sea?

The distance between Purley and Southend-on-Sea is 52 miles. The road distance is 50.2 miles.

How do I travel from Purley to Southend-on-Sea without a car?

The best way to get from Purley to Southend-on-Sea without a car is to train via West Ham station which takes 1h 29m and costs £23 - £60.

How long does it take to get from Purley to Southend-on-Sea?

It takes approximately 1h 29m to get from Purley to Southend-on-Sea, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Purley to Southend-on-Sea train from?

Purley to Southend-on-Sea train services, operated by Thameslink, depart from Purley station.

Where does the Purley to Southend-on-Sea train arrive?

Purley to Southend-on-Sea train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at London Bridge station.

Can I drive from Purley to Southend-on-Sea?

Yes, the driving distance between Purley to Southend-on-Sea is 50 miles. It takes approximately 1h 8m to drive from Purley to Southend-on-Sea.

How do I get a train ticket from Purley to Southend-on-Sea?

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Purley to Southend-on-Sea - 3 ways to travel via train, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Purley to Southend-on-Sea by train or car

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Train via West Ham station
best
1. Take the train from Purley to London Bridgetrain Three Bridges - Bedford / ...
2. Take the train from West Ham to Southend Centraltrain London Fenchurch Street - Shoeburyness / ...
1h 29m
£24–59
Drive 49.9 mi
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1. Drive from Purley to Southend-on-Seacar 49.9 mi
1h 8m
£13–18
Train
1. Take the train from Purley to London Blackfriarstrain Three Bridges - Bedford / ...
2. Take the train from London Liverpool Street to Southend Victoriatrain London Liverpool Street - Southend Victoria
2h
£29–61

Purley to Southend-on-Sea by train and subway

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1h 29mAverage Duration

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Distance: 51.5 mi
Duration: 1h 29m

What companies run services between Purley, England and Southend-on-Sea, England?

You can take a train from Purley to Southend Central via London Bridge, London Bridge station, West Ham station, and West Ham in around 1h 29m.

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