What is the cheapest way to get from Watford Junction to Purley?

The cheapest way to get from Watford Junction to Purley is to drive which costs £7 - £11 and takes 1h 9m.

What is the fastest way to get from Watford Junction to Purley?

The fastest way to get from Watford Junction to Purley is to drive which takes 1h 9m and costs £7 - £11.

Is there a direct bus between Watford Junction and Purley?

No, there is no direct bus from Watford Junction station to Purley. However, there are services departing from Watford Junction station and arriving at Purley / Downlands Precinct via Heathrow Central Bus Station and East Croydon Rail Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 2m.

Is there a direct train between Watford Junction and Purley?

No, there is no direct train from Watford Junction to Purley. However, there are services departing from Watford Junction and arriving at Purley via Clapham Junction. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 15m.

How far is it from Watford Junction to Purley?

The distance between Watford Junction and Purley is 29 miles. The road distance is 29.8 miles.

How do I travel from Watford Junction to Purley without a car?

The best way to get from Watford Junction to Purley without a car is to train which takes 1h 15m and costs £14 - £35.

How long does it take to get from Watford Junction to Purley?

It takes approximately 1h 15m to get from Watford Junction to Purley, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Watford Junction to Purley bus from?

Watford Junction to Purley bus services, operated by First Berkshire & The Thames Valley, depart from Watford Junction station.

Where do I catch the Watford Junction to Purley train from?

Watford Junction to Purley train services, operated by Southern, depart from Watford Junction station.

Train or bus from Watford Junction to Purley?

The best way to get from Watford Junction to Purley is to train which takes 1h 15m and costs £14 - £35. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 3h 2m.

Where does the Watford Junction to Purley bus arrive?

Watford Junction to Purley bus services, operated by First Berkshire & The Thames Valley, arrive at Heathrow Terminal 2 station.

Where does the Watford Junction to Purley train arrive?

Watford Junction to Purley train services, operated by Southern, arrive at Clapham Junction station.

Can I drive from Watford Junction to Purley?

Yes, the driving distance between Watford Junction to Purley is 30 miles. It takes approximately 1h 9m to drive from Watford Junction to Purley.

How do I get a train ticket from Watford Junction to Purley?

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Where can I stay near Purley?

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

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best
1. Take the train from Watford Junction to Clapham Junctiontrain Watford Junction - East Croydon / ...
2. Take the train from Clapham Junction to Purleytrain London Victoria - Reigate / ...
1h 15m
£14–31
Drive 29.6 mi
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1. Drive from Watford Junction to Purleycar 29.6 mi
1h 9m
£8–11
Bus
1. Take the bus from Watford Junction station to Heathrow Terminal 2bus Ra3
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to East Croydon Rail Stationbus Sl7
3h 2m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Watford Junction to Purleytaxi 29.6 mi
1h 9m
£60–75
Train via London St Pancras International
1. Take the train from Watford Junction to London Eustontrain Milton Keynes Central - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Purleytrain Bedford - Three Bridges / ...
1h 25m
£13–57

Watford Junction to Purley by train

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Distance: 28.7 mi
Duration: 1h 15m

What companies run services between Watford Junction, England and Purley, England?

You can take a train from Watford Junction to Purley via Clapham Junction in around 1h 15m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Watford Junction station to Purley / Downlands Precinct via Heathrow Terminal 2, Heathrow Central Bus Station, and East Croydon Rail Station in around 3h 2m.

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