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

The cheapest way to get from Purley to Erith is to drive which costs £4 - £7 and takes 39 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Purley to Erith is to drive which takes 39 min and costs £4 - £7.

Is there a direct bus between Purley and Erith?

No, there is no direct bus from Purley to Erith. However, there are services departing from Purley / Downlands Precinct and arriving at Erith Town Centre / Riverside via Camberwell Church Street / Camberwell Green. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 23m.

Is there a direct train between Purley and Erith?

No, there is no direct train from Purley to Erith. However, there are services departing from Purley and arriving at Erith via London Bridge. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 3m.

How far is it from Purley to Erith?

The distance between Purley and Erith is 26 miles. The road distance is 19.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Purley to Erith without a car is to train which takes 1h 3m and costs £20 - £40.

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

It takes approximately 1h 3m to get from Purley to Erith, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Purley to Erith bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Purley to Erith train from?

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

Train or bus from Purley to Erith?

The best way to get from Purley to Erith is to train which takes 1h 3m and costs £20 - £40. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 2h 23m.

Where does the Purley to Erith bus arrive?

Purley to Erith bus services, operated by Abellio London, arrive at Denmark Hill /Camberwell Green station.

Where does the Purley to Erith train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Purley to Erith?

Yes, the driving distance between Purley to Erith is 20 miles. It takes approximately 39 min to drive from Purley to Erith.

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

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Where can I stay near Erith?

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Purley to Erith - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, taxi, and line 289 bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Purley to London BridgeThree Bridges - Bedford / ...
2. Take the train from London Bridge to ErithLondon Cannon Street - London Cannon Street / ...
1h 3m
£20–40
Drive 19.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Purley to Erith19.5 mi
39 min
£5–7
Bus
1. Take the bus from Purley / Downlands Precinct to Denmark Hill /Camberwell GreenN68
2. Take the bus from Camberwell Church Street / Camberwell Green to Erith Town Centre / RiversideN89
2h 23m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Purley to Erith19.5 mi
39 min
£40–55
Line 289 bus, line 54 bus, line 180 bus
1. Take the bus from Purley Station to Elmers End Interchange289
2. Take the bus from Elmers End Interchange to Woolwich Arsenal Station54
3. Take the bus from Thomas Street to Winifred Road / The Ship180
2h 58m
£9

Purley to Erith by train

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1h 3mAverage Duration

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Distance: 25.5 mi
Duration: 1h 3m

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

You can take a train from Purley to Erith via London Bridge in around 1h 3m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Purley / Downlands Precinct to Erith Town Centre / Riverside via Denmark Hill /Camberwell Green and Camberwell Church Street / Camberwell Green in around 2h 23m.

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