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

The cheapest way to get from Purley to Cardiff is to drive which costs £35 - £55 and takes 3h 2m.

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

The fastest way to get from Purley to Cardiff is to drive which takes 3h 2m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Purley and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct bus from Purley to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Purley / Downlands Precinct and arriving at University RE via Waterloo Station/Upper Taxi Rd and London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 18m.

Is there a direct train between Purley and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct train from Purley to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Purley and arriving at Cardiff Central via Farringdon Without and London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 8m.

How far is it from Purley to Cardiff?

The distance between Purley and Cardiff is 164 miles. The road distance is 153.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Purley to Cardiff without a car is to train which takes 3h 8m and costs £65 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 3h 8m to get from Purley to Cardiff, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Purley to Cardiff bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Purley to Cardiff train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Purley to Cardiff?

The best way to get from Purley to Cardiff is to train which takes 3h 8m and costs £65 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £90 and takes 5h 18m, you could also fly, which costs £280 - £1,100 and takes 7h 29m.

Where does the Purley to Cardiff bus arrive?

Purley to Cardiff bus services, operated by Abellio London, arrive at Waterloo Station / Tenison Way.

Where does the Purley to Cardiff train arrive?

Purley to Cardiff train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at Farringdon station.

Can I drive from Purley to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between Purley to Cardiff is 153 miles. It takes approximately 3h 2m to drive from Purley to Cardiff.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Purley to Cardiff?

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Purley to Cardiff - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 8 ways to get from Purley to Cardiff by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Purley to Farringdontrain Three Bridges - Bedford / ...
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Cardiff Centraltrain London Paddington - Swansea / ...
3h 8m
£70–140
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Purley / Downlands Precinct to Waterloo Station / Tenison Waybus N68
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to University REbus 507 / ...
5h 18m
£32–89
Drive 152.6 mi
1. Drive from Purley to Cardiffcar 152.6 mi
3h 2m
£38–54
Fly London Gatwick Airport to Bristol Airport, train
1. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane LGW - BRS
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Centraltrain
6h 31m
£84–241
Train via Reading
1. Take the train from Redhill to Readingtrain Gatwick Airport - Reading / ...
2. Take the train from Reading to Cardiff Centraltrain London Paddington - Swansea / ...
3h 38m
£69–137
Bus via London Heathrow Airport
1. Take the bus from West Croydon Bus Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus Sl7
2. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Cardiff North Roadbus Uk940 / ...
6h 51m
Fly London City Airport to Bristol Airport, train
1. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane LCY - BRS
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Centraltrain
6h 24m
£220–497
Fly London City Airport to Cardiff Airport
1. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Cardiff Airport (CWL)plane LCY - CWL
7h 29m
£289–1,038

Purley to Cardiff by train

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Distance: 162.8 mi
Duration: 3h 8m

What companies run services between Purley, England and Cardiff, Wales?

You can take a train from Purley to Cardiff Central via Farringdon, Farringdon Without, and London Paddington in around 3h 8m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Purley / Downlands Precinct to University RE via Waterloo Station / Tenison Way, Waterloo Station/Upper Taxi Rd, Victoria Coach Station, and London Victoria in around 5h 18m.

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