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 52 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 52 min and costs £9 - £14.

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 Bridge station and West Ham. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 12m.

How far is it from Purley to Basildon?

The distance between Purley and Basildon is 40 miles. The road distance is 38.3 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 and subway which takes 1h 12m and costs £15 - £45.

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

It takes approximately 1h 12m to get from Purley to Basildon, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Purley to Basildon train from?

Purley to Basildon train services, operated by Thameslink, depart from Purley 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 52 min to drive from Purley to Basildon.

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

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Where can I stay near Basildon?

There are 1846+ hotels available in Basildon.

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

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

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

Train, subway
best
1. Take the train from Purley to London Bridge
2. Take the subway from London Bridge station to West Ham station
3. Take the train from West Ham to Basildon
1h 12m
£15–41
Drive 38.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Purley to Basildon38.1 mi
52 min
£10–14
Bus
1. Take the bus from Purley / Downlands Precinct to Aldwych / KingswayN68
2. Take the bus from Aldwych to Barking StationN15
2h 50m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Purley to Basildon38.1 mi
52 min
£80–100
Train, line 9 bus
1. Take the train from Purley to Farringdon
2. Take the train from Farringdon Without to Brentwood
3. Take the bus from Brentwood station to Bus Station9
2h 49m

Purley to Basildon by train and subway

481Weekly Services

1h 12mAverage Duration

£15Cheapest Price

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Distance: 39.9 mi
Duration: 1h 12m

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

You can take a bus from Purley / Downlands Precinct to Basildon via Aldwych / Kingsway, Aldwych, Barking Station, and Barking in around 2h 50m.

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