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

The cheapest way to get from Purley to Guildford is to line 166 bus and line 479 bus which costs £7 - £8 and takes 2h 17m.

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

The fastest way to get from Purley to Guildford is to drive which takes 39 min and costs £6 - £10.

Is there a direct bus between Purley and Guildford?

No, there is no direct bus from Purley to Guildford. However, there are services departing from Purley Tesco and arriving at Library via Epsom Hospital. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 17m.

Is there a direct train between Purley and Guildford?

No, there is no direct train from Purley to Guildford. However, there are services departing from Purley and arriving at Guildford via Redhill. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 58 min.

How far is it from Purley to Guildford?

The distance between Purley and Guildford is 28 miles. The road distance is 26.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Purley to Guildford without a car is to train which takes 58 min and costs £13 - £25.

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

It takes approximately 58 min to get from Purley to Guildford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Purley to Guildford bus from?

Purley to Guildford bus services, operated by Arriva UK, depart from Purley Tesco station.

Where do I catch the Purley to Guildford train from?

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

Train or bus from Purley to Guildford?

The best way to get from Purley to Guildford is to train which takes 58 min and costs £13 - £25. Alternatively, you can line 166 bus and line 479 bus, which costs £7 - £8 and takes 2h 17m.

Where does the Purley to Guildford bus arrive?

Purley to Guildford bus services, operated by Arriva UK, arrive at Epsom Hospital station.

Where does the Purley to Guildford train arrive?

Purley to Guildford train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at Redhill station.

Can I drive from Purley to Guildford?

Yes, the driving distance between Purley to Guildford is 27 miles. It takes approximately 39 min to drive from Purley to Guildford.

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

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Purley to Guildford - 5 ways to travel via train, line 166 bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Purley to RedhillBedford - Three Bridges / ...
2. Take the train from Redhill to GuildfordGatwick Airport - Reading / ...
58 min
£13–24
Line 405 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Purley Tesco to Redhill Bus Station405
2. Take the bus from Redhill Bus Station to Millbrook32
2h 40m
£6–14
Line 166 bus, line 479 bus
1. Take the bus from Purley Tesco to Epsom Hospital166
2. Take the bus from Epsom Hospital to Library479
2h 17m
£7–8
Drive 26.4 mi
1. Drive from Purley to Guildford26.4 mi
39 min
£7–10
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Purley to Guildford26.4 mi
39 min
£55–70

Purley to Guildford by train

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Distance: 27.5 mi
Duration: 58 min

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

You can take a train from Purley to Guildford via Redhill in around 58 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Purley Tesco to Library via Epsom Hospital in around 2h 17m.

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