What is the cheapest way to get from Purley to Woolwich Arsenal Station?

The cheapest way to get from Purley to Woolwich Arsenal Station is to bus which costs £2 - £55 and takes 1h 50m.

What is the fastest way to get from Purley to Woolwich Arsenal Station?

The fastest way to get from Purley to Woolwich Arsenal Station is to taxi which takes 39 min and costs £70 - £90.

Is there a direct bus between Purley and Woolwich Arsenal Station?

No, there is no direct bus from Purley to Woolwich Arsenal Station. However, there are services departing from Purley / Downlands Precinct and arriving at Vincent Road /Woolwich Arsenal via Elephant & Castle / New Kent Road. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Purley and Woolwich Arsenal Station?

No, there is no direct train from Purley to Woolwich Arsenal Station. However, there are services departing from Purley and arriving at Woolwich Arsenal via London Bridge. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 50 min.

How far is it from Purley to Woolwich Arsenal Station?

The distance between Purley and Woolwich Arsenal Station is 21 miles. The road distance is 15.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Purley to Woolwich Arsenal Station without a car is to train which takes 50 min and costs £9 - £17.

How long does it take to get from Purley to Woolwich Arsenal Station?

It takes approximately 50 min to get from Purley to Woolwich Arsenal Station, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Purley to Woolwich Arsenal Station bus from?

Purley to Woolwich Arsenal Station bus services, operated by Transport UK London Bus, depart from Purley / Downlands Precinct station.

Where do I catch the Purley to Woolwich Arsenal Station train from?

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

Train or bus from Purley to Woolwich Arsenal Station?

The best way to get from Purley to Woolwich Arsenal Station is to train which takes 50 min and costs £9 - £17. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £2 - £55 and takes 1h 50m.

Where does the Purley to Woolwich Arsenal Station bus arrive?

Purley to Woolwich Arsenal Station bus services, operated by Transport UK London Bus, arrive at Elephant & Castle Station.

Where does the Purley to Woolwich Arsenal Station train arrive?

Purley to Woolwich Arsenal Station train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at London Bridge station.

Can I drive from Purley to Woolwich Arsenal Station?

Yes, the driving distance between Purley to Woolwich Arsenal Station is 16 miles. It takes approximately 39 min to drive from Purley to Woolwich Arsenal Station.

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

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Purley to Woolwich Arsenal Station - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, and taxi

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There are 6 ways to get from Purley to Woolwich Arsenal Station by train, bus, taxi, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Purley to London Bridgetrain Gatwick Airport - Bedford / ...
2. Take the train from London Bridge to Woolwich Arsenaltrain London Cannon Street - London Cannon Street / ...
50 min
£9–17
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Purley / Downlands Precinct to Elephant & Castle Stationbus N68
2. Take the bus from Elephant & Castle / New Kent Road to Vincent Road /Woolwich Arsenalbus 53 / ...
1h 50m
£3–52
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Purley to Woolwich Arsenal Stationtaxi 15.7 mi
39 min
£70–90
Drive 15.7 mi
1. Drive from Purley to Woolwich Arsenal Stationcar 15.7 mi
39 min
£4–6
Train via London Blackfriars
1. Take the train from Purley to London Blackfriarstrain Gatwick Airport - Bedford / ...
2. Take the train from London Blackfriars to Woolwich Arsenaltrain Luton - Rainham / ...
1h 18m
£16
Line 289 bus, line 54 bus
1. Take the bus from Purley Station to Elmers End Interchangebus 289
2. Take the bus from Elmers End Interchange to Vincent Road /Woolwich Arsenalbus 54
2h 24m
£4–5

Purley to Woolwich Arsenal Station by train

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Distance: 20.7 mi
Duration: 50 min

What companies run services between Purley, England and Woolwich Arsenal Station, England?

You can take a train from Purley to Woolwich Arsenal via London Bridge in around 50 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Purley / Downlands Precinct to Vincent Road /Woolwich Arsenal via Elephant & Castle Station and Elephant & Castle / New Kent Road in around 1h 50m.

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