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

The cheapest way to get from Plumstead to Purley is to drive which costs £3 - £6 and takes 39 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Plumstead to Purley is to taxi which takes 39 min and costs £40 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Plumstead and Purley?

No, there is no direct bus from Plumstead to Purley. However, there are services departing from Plumstead Common / The Ship and arriving at Purley / Downlands Precinct via High Street /Orpington War Memorial and Addington Village Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 26m.

Is there a direct train between Plumstead and Purley?

No, there is no direct train from Plumstead to Purley. However, there are services departing from Plumstead and arriving at Purley via London Bridge. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 55 min.

How far is it from Plumstead to Purley?

The distance between Plumstead and Purley is 21 miles. The road distance is 15.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Plumstead to Purley without a car is to train which takes 55 min and costs £10 - £25.

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

It takes approximately 55 min to get from Plumstead to Purley, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Plumstead to Purley bus from?

Plumstead to Purley bus services, operated by Go Ahead London, depart from Plumstead Common / The Ship station.

Where do I catch the Plumstead to Purley train from?

Plumstead to Purley train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Plumstead station.

Train or bus from Plumstead to Purley?

The best way to get from Plumstead to Purley is to train which takes 55 min and costs £10 - £25. Alternatively, you can line 51 bus and line 353 bus and bus, which costs £5 - £60 and takes 2h 26m.

Where does the Plumstead to Purley bus arrive?

Plumstead to Purley bus services, operated by Go Ahead London, arrive at High Street /Orpington War Memorial station.

Where does the Plumstead to Purley train arrive?

Plumstead to Purley train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at London Bridge station.

Can I drive from Plumstead to Purley?

Yes, the driving distance between Plumstead to Purley is 16 miles. It takes approximately 39 min to drive from Plumstead to Purley.

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

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Where can I stay near Purley?

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Plumstead to Purley - 5 ways to travel via train, line 51 bus, and line 353 bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Plumstead to London Bridgetrain London Cannon Street - London Cannon Street / ...
2. Take the train from London Bridge to Purleytrain Bedford - Three Bridges / ...
55 min
£10–25
Drive 15.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Plumstead to Purleycar 15.8 mi
39 min
£4–6
Line 51 bus, line 353 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Plumstead Common / The Ship to High Street /Orpington War Memorialbus 51
2. Take the bus from High Street /Orpington War Memorial to Addington Village Interchangebus 353
3. Take the bus from Addington Village Interchange to Purley / Downlands Precinctbus 466
2h 26m
£6–59
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Plumstead to Purleytaxi 15.8 mi
39 min
£40–50
Line 53 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Heavitree Road to London College of Commbus 53 / ...
2. Take the bus from Elephant & Castle / London Road to Purley / Downlands Precinctbus N68
2h 42m

Plumstead to Purley by train

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Distance: 21.3 mi
Duration: 55 min

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

You can take a train from Plumstead to Purley via London Bridge in around 55 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Plumstead Common / The Ship to Purley / Downlands Precinct via High Street /Orpington War Memorial and Addington Village Interchange in around 2h 26m.

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