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

The cheapest way to get from Shirley to Purley is to line 466 bus which costs £1 - £3 and takes 28 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Shirley to Purley is to taxi which takes 12 min and costs £30 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Shirley and Purley?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Shirley Church Road and arriving at Montpelier Road. Services depart every five minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 28 min.

How far is it from Shirley to Purley?

The distance between Shirley and Purley is 5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Shirley to Purley without a car is to bus and train which takes 21 min and costs £2 - £6.

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

It takes approximately 21 min to get from Shirley to Purley, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Shirley to Purley bus from?

Shirley to Purley bus services, operated by Arriva UK, depart from Shirley Church Road station.

Where does the Shirley to Purley bus arrive?

Shirley to Purley bus services, operated by Arriva UK, arrive at Montpelier Road station.

Where can I stay near Purley?

There are 18408+ hotels available in Purley.

Shirley to Purley - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, taxi, and foot

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There are 4 ways to get from Shirley to Purley by bus, train, taxi, or foot

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Shirley Library Wickham Road to East Croydon Rail Stationbus Sl5 / ...
2. Take the train from East Croydon to Purleytrain Bedford - Three Bridges / ...
21 min
£3–6
Line 466 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Shirley Church Road to Montpelier Roadbus 466
28 min
£1–3
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Shirley to Purleytaxi 5 mi
12 min
£30–40
Walk
1. Take the walk from Shirley to Purleywalk 4.8 mi
1h 31m

Shirley to Purley by bus and train

845Weekly Services

21 minAverage Duration

£3Cheapest Price

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Distance: 5.2 mi
Duration: 21 min

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

Arriva UK operates a bus from Shirley Church Road to Montpelier Road every 5 minutes. Tickets cost £1–3 and the journey takes 28 min.

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