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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Purley is to bus which costs £30 - £85 and takes 4h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Purley is to train which takes 3h 1m and costs £75 - £150.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Purley?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Purley station. However, there are services departing from Park Place and arriving at London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Purley?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Purley. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Purley via London Paddington and Farringdon. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 1m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Purley?

The distance between Cardiff and Purley is 164 miles. The road distance is 153.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Purley without a car is to train which takes 3h 1m and costs £75 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 3h 1m to get from Cardiff to Purley, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Purley bus from?

Cardiff to Purley bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Park Place station.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Purley train from?

Cardiff to Purley train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Cardiff Central station.

Train, bus or fly from Cardiff to Purley?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Purley is to train which takes 3h 1m and costs £75 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £85 and takes 4h 30m, you could also fly, which costs £80 - £250 and takes 6h 10m.

Where does the Cardiff to Purley bus arrive?

Cardiff to Purley bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals.

Where does the Cardiff to Purley train arrive?

Cardiff to Purley train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at London Paddington station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Purley?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Purley is 154 miles. It takes approximately 3h 1m to drive from Cardiff to Purley.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Cardiff to Purley?

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Where can I stay near Purley?

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Cardiff to Purley - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 9 ways to get from Cardiff to Purley by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to London Paddingtontrain Swansea - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Farringdon to Purleytrain Bedford - Three Bridges / ...
3h 1m
£76–146
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Park Place to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 507 / ...
4h 30m
£34–81
Drive 152.9 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Purleycar 152.9 mi
3h 1m
£38–55
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to London Gatwick Airport
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)plane BRS - LGW
6h 1m
£73–200
Train via Reading
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Readingtrain Swansea - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Reading to Redhilltrain Reading - Gatwick Airport / ...
3h 24m
£74–142
Bus via Heathrow Central Bus Station
1. Take the bus from Cardiff North Road to London Heathrow Airportbus Uk940 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to West Croydon Bus Stationbus Sl7
5h 54m
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to London City Airport
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to London City Airport (LCY)plane BRS - LCY
6h 44m
£216–505
Fly Cardiff Airport to London Gatwick Airport
1. Fly from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)plane CWL - LGW
6h 10m
£82–242
Fly Cardiff Airport to London City Airport
1. Fly from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to London City Airport (LCY)plane CWL - LCY
7h 13m
£325–677

Cardiff to Purley by train

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Distance: 162.8 mi
Duration: 3h 1m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Purley, England?

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Purley via London Paddington, Farringdon Without, and Farringdon in around 3h 1m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Park Place to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals hourly. Tickets cost £27–70 and the journey takes 3h 42m.

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