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

The cheapest way to get from Purley to Basildon is to drive which costs £9 - £14 and takes 53 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Purley to Basildon is to drive which takes 53 min and costs £9 - £14.

Is there a direct bus between Purley and Basildon?

No, there is no direct bus from Purley to Basildon station. However, there are services departing from Purley / Downlands Precinct and arriving at Barking Station via Aldwych. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Purley and Basildon?

No, there is no direct train from Purley to Basildon. However, there are services departing from Purley and arriving at Basildon via London Fenchurch Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 24m.

How far is it from Purley to Basildon?

The distance between Purley and Basildon is 38 miles. The road distance is 38.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Purley to Basildon without a car is to train which takes 1h 24m and costs £14 - £35.

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

It takes approximately 1h 24m to get from Purley to Basildon, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Purley to Basildon bus from?

Purley to Basildon bus services, operated by Abellio London, depart from Purley / Downlands Precinct station.

Where do I catch the Purley to Basildon train from?

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

Train or bus from Purley to Basildon?

The best way to get from Purley to Basildon is to train which takes 1h 24m and costs £14 - £35. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £8 - £80 and takes 2h 45m.

Where does the Purley to Basildon bus arrive?

Purley to Basildon bus services, operated by Abellio London, arrive at Aldwych / Kingsway station.

Where does the Purley to Basildon train arrive?

Purley to Basildon train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at London Bridge station.

Can I drive from Purley to Basildon?

Yes, the driving distance between Purley to Basildon is 38 miles. It takes approximately 53 min to drive from Purley to Basildon.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Purley to London Bridgetrain Three Bridges - Bedford / ...
2. Take the train from London Fenchurch Street to Basildontrain London Fenchurch Street - Shoeburyness / ...
1h 24m
£15–32
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Purley / Downlands Precinct to Aldwych / Kingswaybus N68
2. Take the bus from Aldwych to Barking Stationbus N15
2h 45m
£9–79
Drive 38.1 mi
1. Drive from Purley to Basildoncar 38.1 mi
53 min
£10–14
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Purley to Basildontaxi 38.1 mi
53 min
£80–100
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Purley to Farringdontrain
2. Take the train from Farringdon Without to Harold Woodtrain
3. Take the bus from Harold Wood Station to Bus Stationbus B1
2h 2m
£21–41

Purley to Basildon by train and foot

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Distance: 38.1 mi
Duration: 1h 24m

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

You can take a train from Purley to Basildon via London Bridge and London Fenchurch Street in around 1h 24m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Purley / Downlands Precinct to Basildon via Aldwych / Kingsway, Aldwych, Barking Station, and Barking in around 2h 45m.

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