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

The cheapest way to get from Purley to Southwark is to bus which costs £2 and takes 1h.

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

The fastest way to get from Purley to Southwark is to train which takes 22 min and costs £6 - £13.

Is there a direct bus between Purley and Southwark?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Purley / Downlands Precinct and arriving at St George's Circus. Services depart every two hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h.

Is there a direct train between Purley and Southwark?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Purley and arriving at London Bridge. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 22 min.

How far is it from Purley to Southwark?

The distance between Purley and Southwark is 13 miles. The road distance is 13.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Purley to Southwark without a car is to train which takes 22 min and costs £6 - £13.

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

The train from Purley to London Bridge takes 22 min including transfers and departs every 20 minutes.

Where do I catch the Purley to Southwark bus from?

Purley to Southwark bus services, operated by Abellio London, depart from Purley / Downlands Precinct station.

Where do I catch the Purley to Southwark train from?

Purley to Southwark train services, operated by Thameslink, depart from Purley station.

Train or bus from Purley to Southwark?

The best way to get from Purley to Southwark is to train which takes 22 min and costs £6 - £13. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £2 and takes 1h.

Where does the Purley to Southwark bus arrive?

Purley to Southwark bus services, operated by Abellio London, arrive at St George's Circus station.

Where does the Purley to Southwark train arrive?

Purley to Southwark train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at London Bridge station.

Can I drive from Purley to Southwark?

Yes, the driving distance between Purley to Southwark is 13 miles. It takes approximately 33 min to drive from Purley to Southwark.

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

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Where can I stay near Southwark?

There are 21364+ hotels available in Southwark.

Can I share a ride from Purley to Southwark?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Purley and Southwark. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Purley to Southwark - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, and rideshare

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There are 6 ways to get from Purley to Southwark by train, bus, rideshare, taxi, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Purley to London Bridgetrain Three Bridges - Bedford / ...
22 min
£6–13
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Purley / Downlands Precinct to St George's Circusbus N68
1h
£2
Rideshare
1. Take the rideshare from Croydon to Londonrideshare 11.2 mi
40 min
£3
Line 468 bus
1. Take the bus from Fairfield Halls to Borough Roadbus 468
1h 35m
£3–6
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Purley to Southwarktaxi 13.1 mi
33 min
£120–150
Drive 13.1 mi
1. Drive from Purley to Southwarkcar 13.1 mi
33 min
£4–5

Purley to Southwark by train

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Distance: 13.3 mi
Duration: 22 min

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

Thameslink operates a train from Purley to London Bridge hourly. Tickets cost £6–13 and the journey takes 22 min. Southern also services this route hourly. Alternatively, Abellio London operates a bus from Purley / Downlands Precinct to St George's Circus every 2 hours. Tickets cost £2 and the journey takes 1h.

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