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

The cheapest way to get from Purley to Bournemouth is to bus which costs £20 - £40 and takes 4h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Purley to Bournemouth is to drive which takes 1h 59m and costs £24 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Purley and Bournemouth?

No, there is no direct bus from Purley to Bournemouth station. However, there are services departing from Purley / Downlands Precinct and arriving at Bournemouth Station via West Croydon Bus Station and Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 48m.

Is there a direct train between Purley and Bournemouth?

No, there is no direct train from Purley to Bournemouth. However, there are services departing from Purley and arriving at Bournemouth via Clapham Junction and Basingstoke. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 54m.

How far is it from Purley to Bournemouth?

The distance between Purley and Bournemouth is 115 miles. The road distance is 102 miles.

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

The best way to get from Purley to Bournemouth without a car is to train via Basingstoke which takes 2h 54m and costs £30 - £85.

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

It takes approximately 2h 54m to get from Purley to Bournemouth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Purley to Bournemouth bus from?

Purley to Bournemouth bus services, operated by Metrobus, depart from West Croydon Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Purley to Bournemouth train from?

Purley to Bournemouth train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Clapham Junction station.

Train or bus from Purley to Bournemouth?

The best way to get from Purley to Bournemouth is to train via Basingstoke which takes 2h 54m and costs £30 - £85. Alternatively, you can bus via Heathrow Central Bus Station, which costs £17 - £50 and takes 4h 48m.

Where does the Purley to Bournemouth bus arrive?

Purley to Bournemouth bus services, operated by Metrobus, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Purley to Bournemouth train arrive?

Purley to Bournemouth train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at Basingstoke station.

Can I drive from Purley to Bournemouth?

Yes, the driving distance between Purley to Bournemouth is 102 miles. It takes approximately 1h 59m to drive from Purley to Bournemouth.

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

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

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

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Train via Basingstoke
best
1. Take the train from Clapham Junction to Basingstoketrain London Waterloo - Poole / ...
2. Take the train from Basingstoke to Bournemouthtrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
2h 54m
£34–82
Bus via Heathrow Central Bus Station
cheapest
1. Take the bus from West Croydon Bus Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus Sl7
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Bournemouth Stationbus 035
4h 48m
£17–47
Drive 101.4 mi
1. Drive from Purley to Bournemouthcar 101.4 mi
1h 59m
£25–36
Train
1. Take the train from Clapham Junction to Bournemouthtrain London Waterloo - Weymouth / ...
3h 37m
£28–77
Bus
1. Take the bus from London Green Line Coach Station to Bournemouthbus Uk061
4h 55m
£21–38

Purley to Bournemouth by train

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2h 54mAverage Duration

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Distance: 114.2 mi
Duration: 2h 54m

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

You can take a train from Purley to Bournemouth via Clapham Junction and Basingstoke in around 2h 54m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Purley / Downlands Precinct to Bournemouth Station via West Croydon Bus Station and Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 4h 48m.

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