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

The cheapest way to get from Barking to Purley is to drive which costs £5 - £8 and takes 45 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Barking to Purley is to drive which takes 45 min and costs £5 - £8.

Is there a direct bus between Barking and Purley?

No, there is no direct bus from Barking to Purley. However, there are services departing from Barking Town Centre and arriving at Purley / Downlands Precinct via Aldwych / Drury Lane. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 42m.

Is there a direct train between Barking and Purley?

No, there is no direct train from Barking station to Purley. However, there are services departing from Barking station and arriving at Purley via London Blackfriars. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 13m.

How far is it from Barking to Purley?

The distance between Barking and Purley is 23 miles. The road distance is 21.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Barking to Purley without a car is to subway and train which takes 1h 13m and costs £9 - £11.

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

It takes approximately 1h 13m to get from Barking to Purley, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Barking to Purley bus from?

Barking to Purley bus services, operated by Go Ahead London, depart from Barking Town Centre station.

Where do I catch the Barking to Purley train from?

Barking to Purley train services, operated by London Underground (Tube), depart from Barking station.

Where does the Barking to Purley bus arrive?

Barking to Purley bus services, operated by Go Ahead London, arrive at Aldwych / Drury Lane station.

Where does the Barking to Purley train arrive?

Barking to Purley train services, operated by London Underground (Tube), arrive at Blackfriars station.

Can I drive from Barking to Purley?

Yes, the driving distance between Barking to Purley is 21 miles. It takes approximately 45 min to drive from Barking to Purley.

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

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Where can I stay near Purley?

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Barking to Purley - 5 ways to travel via train, subway, bus, car, and taxi

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

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Subway, train
best
1. Take the subway from Barking station to Blackfriars stationDistrict / ...
2. Take the train from London Blackfriars to PurleyBedford - Three Bridges / ...
1h 13m
£9–11
Drive 21.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Barking to Purley21.3 mi
45 min
£6–8
Bus
1. Take the bus from Barking Town Centre to Aldwych / Drury LaneN15
2. Take the bus from Aldwych / Drury Lane to Purley / Downlands PrecinctN68
2h 42m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Barking to Purley21.3 mi
45 min
£50–65
Subway, train via London Victoria
1. Take the subway from Barking station to Victoria stationDistrict / ...
2. Take the train from London Victoria to PurleyLondon Victoria - Reigate / ...
1h 19m
£12–14

Barking to Purley by subway and train

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1h 13mAverage Duration

£9Cheapest Price

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Distance: 23 mi
Duration: 1h 13m

What companies run services between Barking, England and Purley, England?

You can take a bus from Barking Town Centre to Purley / Downlands Precinct via Aldwych / Drury Lane in around 2h 42m.

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