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

The cheapest way to get from Purley to Arras is to bus and train which costs €30 - €150 and takes 10h 24m.

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

The fastest way to get from Purley to Arras is to drive and car ferry which takes 3h 57m and costs €70 - €110.

Is there a direct train between Purley and Arras?

No, there is no direct train from Purley to Arras. However, there are services departing from Purley and arriving at Arras via London St Pancras Intl, Lille Europe and Lille Flandres. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 22m.

How far is it from Purley to Arras?

The distance between Purley and Arras is 350 km.

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

The best way to get from Purley to Arras without a car is to train which takes 4h 22m and costs €60 - €360.

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

It takes approximately 4h 22m to get from Purley to Arras, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Purley to Arras train from?

Purley to Arras train services, operated by Thameslink, depart from Purley station.

What is the time difference between Purley and Arras?

Arras is 1h ahead of Purley. It is currently 3:36 PM in Purley and 4:36 PM in Arras.

Where does the Purley to Arras train arrive?

Purley to Arras train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at London St Pancras Intl station.

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

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Where can I stay near Arras?

There are 766+ hotels available in Arras.

Purley to Arras - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and Eurotunnel

There are 5 ways to get from Purley to Arras by train (Eurostar, TGV), bus, train, car, car train, or car ferry

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Purley to London St Pancras Intl
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Lille EuropeEil
3. Take the train from Lille Flandres to ArrasTer
4h 22m
€64–359
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from London Victoria to LilleN280
2. Take the train from Lille Flandres to ArrasTer
10h 24m
€31–142
Bus, train via London St Pancras Intl
1. Take the bus from Purley / Downlands Precinct to Holborn StationN68
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Lille EuropeEil
3. Take the bus from Lille - Europe Train Station to Arras
5h 49m
Drive, Eurotunnel
1. Drive from Purley to Folkestone
2. Take the car train from Folkestone to Calais-Fréthun
3. Drive from Calais-Fréthun to Arras
2h 56m
Drive, car ferry
1. Drive from Purley to Port of Dover
2. Take the car ferry from Port of Dover to Calais
3. Drive from Calais to Arras
3h 57m
€73–101

Purley to Arras by train and tram

76Weekly Services

4h 22mAverage Duration

€64Cheapest Price

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Distance: 350.3 km
Duration: 4h 22m

What companies run services between Purley, England and Arras, France?

You can take a train from Purley to Arras via London St Pancras Intl, Lille Europe, Lille Europe, Lille Flandres, and Lille Flandres in around 4h 22m.

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