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

The cheapest way to get from Richmond to Purley is to drive which costs £3 - £6 and takes 41 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Richmond to Purley is to taxi which takes 41 min and costs £50 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Richmond and Purley?

No, there is no direct bus from Richmond to Purley station. However, there are services departing from George Street and arriving at Purley Station via Mitcham Road /Tooting Broadway. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Richmond and Purley?

No, there is no direct train from Richmond to Purley. However, there are services departing from Richmond (London) and arriving at Purley via Clapham Junction. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 49 min.

How far is it from Richmond to Purley?

The distance between Richmond and Purley is 17 miles. The road distance is 15.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Richmond to Purley without a car is to train which takes 49 min and costs £7 - £17.

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

It takes approximately 49 min to get from Richmond to Purley, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Richmond to Purley bus from?

Richmond to Purley bus services, operated by Abellio London, depart from George Street station.

Where do I catch the Richmond to Purley train from?

Richmond to Purley train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Richmond (London) station.

Train or bus from Richmond to Purley?

The best way to get from Richmond to Purley is to train which takes 49 min and costs £7 - £17. Alternatively, you can line 493 bus and line 127 bus, which costs and takes 2h 20m.

Where does the Richmond to Purley bus arrive?

Richmond to Purley bus services, operated by Abellio London, arrive at Tooting Broadway Station.

Where does the Richmond to Purley train arrive?

Richmond to Purley train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at Clapham Junction station.

Can I drive from Richmond to Purley?

Yes, the driving distance between Richmond to Purley is 16 miles. It takes approximately 41 min to drive from Richmond to Purley.

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

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Where can I stay near Purley?

There are 18424+ hotels available in Purley.

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There are 5 ways to get from Richmond to Purley by train, bus, taxi, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Richmond (London) to Clapham Junctiontrain London Waterloo - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from Clapham Junction to Purleytrain London Victoria - Reigate / ...
49 min
£7–16
Drive 15.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Richmond to Purleycar 15.8 mi
41 min
£4–6
Line 337 bus, train
1. Take the bus from George Street to Clapham Junction Station / The Falconbus 337
2. Take the train from Clapham Junction to Purleytrain London Victoria - Reigate / ...
1h 20m
£7–13
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Richmond to Purleytaxi 15.8 mi
41 min
£50–65
Line 493 bus, line 127 bus
1. Take the bus from George Street to Tooting Broadway Stationbus 493
2. Take the bus from Mitcham Road /Tooting Broadway to Purley Stationbus 127
2h 20m

Richmond to Purley by train

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Distance: 16.5 mi
Duration: 49 min

What companies run services between Richmond, Greater London, England and Purley, England?

You can take a train from Richmond (London) to Purley via Clapham Junction in around 49 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from George Street to Purley Station via Tooting Broadway Station and Mitcham Road /Tooting Broadway in around 2h 20m.

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