What is the cheapest way to get from Purley to Whitechapel Station?

The cheapest way to get from Purley to Whitechapel Station is to bus which costs £4 and takes 1h 37m.

What is the fastest way to get from Purley to Whitechapel Station?

The fastest way to get from Purley to Whitechapel Station is to taxi which takes 40 min and costs £140 - £180.

Is there a direct bus between Purley and Whitechapel Station?

No, there is no direct bus from Purley to Whitechapel Station station. However, there are services departing from Purley / Downlands Precinct and arriving at Whitechapel Station / Royal London Hospital via Procter Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 37m.

Is there a direct train between Purley and Whitechapel Station?

No, there is no direct train from Purley to Whitechapel Station station. However, there are services departing from Purley and arriving at Whitechapel Station via Farringdon Without. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 40 min.

How far is it from Purley to Whitechapel Station?

The distance between Purley and Whitechapel Station is 17 miles. The road distance is 15.3 miles.

How do I travel from Purley to Whitechapel Station without a car?

The best way to get from Purley to Whitechapel Station without a car is to train which takes 40 min and costs £8 - £19.

How long does it take to get from Purley to Whitechapel Station?

It takes approximately 40 min to get from Purley to Whitechapel Station, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Purley to Whitechapel Station bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Purley to Whitechapel Station train from?

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

Train or bus from Purley to Whitechapel Station?

The best way to get from Purley to Whitechapel Station is to train which takes 40 min and costs £8 - £19. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £4 and takes 1h 37m.

Where does the Purley to Whitechapel Station bus arrive?

Purley to Whitechapel Station bus services, operated by Abellio London, arrive at Holborn Station.

Where does the Purley to Whitechapel Station train arrive?

Purley to Whitechapel Station train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at Farringdon station.

Can I drive from Purley to Whitechapel Station?

Yes, the driving distance between Purley to Whitechapel Station is 15 miles. It takes approximately 40 min to drive from Purley to Whitechapel Station.

How do I get a train ticket from Purley to Whitechapel Station?

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Where can I stay near Whitechapel Station?

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Purley to Whitechapel Station - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, taxi, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Purley to Whitechapel Station by train, bus, taxi, car, or subway

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Purley to Farringdontrain Three Bridges - Bedford / ...
40 min
£9–18
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Purley / Downlands Precinct to Holborn Stationbus N68
2. Take the bus from Procter Street to Whitechapel Station / Royal London Hospitalbus N25
1h 37m
£4
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Purley to Whitechapel Stationtaxi 15.2 mi
40 min
£140–180
Drive 15.2 mi
1. Drive from Purley to Whitechapel Stationcar 15.2 mi
40 min
£4–6
Train, subway
1. Take the train from Purley to London Victoriatrain Reigate - London Victoria / ...
2. Take the subway from Victoria station to Whitechapel stationsubway District
49 min
£11–27

Purley to Whitechapel Station by train

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Distance: 17.1 mi
Duration: 40 min

What companies run services between Purley, England and Whitechapel Station, England?

Thameslink operates a train from Purley to Farringdon every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £7–16 and the journey takes 33 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Purley / Downlands Precinct to Whitechapel Station / Royal London Hospital via Holborn Station and Procter Street in around 1h 37m.

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