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Plumstead to Purley buses

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Trip Overview

The average bus between Plumstead and Purley takes 2h 27m and the fastest bus takes 1h 38m. The bus runs at least 2 times per hour from Plumstead to Purley. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

2h 27m
Duration
24 mi
Distance
Every 30 minutes
Frequency

Plumstead to Purley bus times

Buses run every 30 minutes between Plumstead and Purley. The earliest departure is at 4:55 AM at night, and the last departure from Plumstead is at 10:57 PM which arrives into Purley at 12:35 AM. All services require a transfer at Orpington Station and take an average of 2h 27m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Thursday, October 8, 2026

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    Go Ahead LondonMetrobusMetrobus2h 36m • 2 changes
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    Go Ahead LondonMetrobusArriva UK2h 52m • 2 changes
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    Go Ahead LondonMetrobusMetrobus2h 51m • 2 changes
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    Go Ahead LondonMetrobusArriva UK2h 41m • 2 changes
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Departing Friday, October 9, 2026

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    Go Ahead LondonMetrobusArriva UK1h 40m • 2 changes
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    Go Ahead LondonMetrobusArriva UK1h 59m • 2 changes
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    Go Ahead LondonMetrobusArriva UK2h 7m • 2 changes
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    Go Ahead LondonMetrobusArriva UK2h 20m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Plumstead to Purley? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

Map of how to get from Plumstead to Purley.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 24.2 mi
  • Duration: 2h 27m

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

You can take a bus from Plumstead Common / The Ship to Purley / Downlands Precinct via Orpington Station and Addington Village Interchange in around 2h 20m.

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