What is the cheapest way to get from Purley to Crystal Palace?

The cheapest way to get from Purley to Crystal Palace is to drive which costs £1 - £3 and takes 17 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Purley to Crystal Palace?

The fastest way to get from Purley to Crystal Palace is to train which takes 16 min and costs £4 - £7.

Is there a direct bus between Purley and Crystal Palace?

No, there is no direct bus from Purley to Crystal Palace station. However, there are services departing from Purley Hospital and arriving at Crystal Palace Station via West Croydon Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 51 min.

Is there a direct train between Purley and Crystal Palace?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Purley and arriving at Crystal Palace. Services depart once a week, and operate Sunday. The journey takes approximately 16 min.

How far is it from Purley to Crystal Palace?

The distance between Purley and Crystal Palace is 6 miles. The road distance is 7.3 miles.

How do I travel from Purley to Crystal Palace without a car?

The best way to get from Purley to Crystal Palace without a car is to train which takes 16 min and costs £4 - £7.

How long does it take to get from Purley to Crystal Palace?

The train from Purley to Crystal Palace takes 16 min including transfers and departs once a week.

Where do I catch the Purley to Crystal Palace bus from?

Purley to Crystal Palace bus services, operated by Arriva UK, depart from Purley Hospital station.

Where do I catch the Purley to Crystal Palace train from?

Purley to Crystal Palace train services, operated by Southern, depart from Purley station.

Train or bus from Purley to Crystal Palace?

The best way to get from Purley to Crystal Palace is to train which takes 16 min and costs £4 - £7. Alternatively, you can line 166 bus and line 157 bus, which costs £4 - £24 and takes 51 min.

Where does the Purley to Crystal Palace bus arrive?

Purley to Crystal Palace bus services, operated by Arriva UK, arrive at West Croydon Bus Station.

Where does the Purley to Crystal Palace train arrive?

Purley to Crystal Palace train services, operated by Southern, arrive at Crystal Palace station.

Can I drive from Purley to Crystal Palace?

Yes, the driving distance between Purley to Crystal Palace is 7 miles. It takes approximately 17 min to drive from Purley to Crystal Palace.

How do I get a train ticket from Purley to Crystal Palace?

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Where can I stay near Crystal Palace?

There are 19394+ hotels available in Crystal Palace.

Purley to Crystal Palace - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, taxi, and car

There are 7 ways to get from Purley to Crystal Palace by train, bus, taxi, or car

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 Crystal PalaceCaterham - London Bridge
16 min
£4–7
Drive 7.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Purley to Crystal Palace7.3 mi
17 min
£2–3
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Purley to Norwood JunctionThree Bridges - Bedford / ...
2. Take the bus from South Norwood Clock Tower to Crystal Palace Station157
26 min
£3–17
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Purley to Crystal Palace7.3 mi
17 min
£18–22
Train via Norwood Junction
1. Take the train from Purley to Norwood JunctionThree Bridges - Bedford / ...
2. Take the train from Norwood Junction to Crystal PalaceWest Croydon - London Victoria / ...
40 min
£3–10
Line 166 bus, line 157 bus
1. Take the bus from Purley Hospital to West Croydon Bus Station166 / ...
2. Take the bus from West Croydon Bus Station to Crystal Palace Station157
51 min
£4–24
Bus, line 450 bus
1. Take the bus from Purley / Downlands Precinct to West Croydon Bus Station60
2. Take the bus from West Croydon Bus Station to Crystal Palace Parade450
1h 4m
£5–6

Purley to Crystal Palace by train

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Distance: 6.1 mi
Duration: 16 min

What companies run services between Purley, England and Crystal Palace, England?

Southern operates a train from Purley to Crystal Palace once a week. Tickets cost £4–7 and the journey takes 16 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Purley Hospital to Crystal Palace Station via West Croydon Bus Station in around 51 min.

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