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

The cheapest way to get from Purley to Harrow is to drive which costs £5 - £9 and takes 53 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Purley to Harrow is to drive which takes 53 min and costs £5 - £9.

Is there a direct train between Purley and Harrow?

No, there is no direct train from Purley to Harrow station. However, there are services departing from Purley and arriving at Harrow-on-the-Hill station via Farringdon station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 8m.

How far is it from Purley to Harrow?

The distance between Purley and Harrow is 27 miles. The road distance is 24 miles.

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

The best way to get from Purley to Harrow without a car is to train and subway which takes 1h 8m and costs £17 - £45.

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

It takes approximately 1h 8m to get from Purley to Harrow, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Purley to Harrow train from?

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

Where does the Purley to Harrow train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Purley to Harrow?

Yes, the driving distance between Purley to Harrow is 24 miles. It takes approximately 53 min to drive from Purley to Harrow.

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

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Where can I stay near Harrow?

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Purley to Harrow - 5 ways to travel via train, subway, bus, car, and taxi

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train, subway
best
1. Take the train from Purley to Farringdontrain Three Bridges - Bedford / ...
2. Take the subway from Farringdon station to Harrow-on-the-Hill stationsubway Metropolitan
1h 8m
£18–43
Drive 23.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Purley to Harrowcar 23.9 mi
53 min
£6–9
Bus
1. Take the bus from Purley / Downlands Precinct to Holborn Stationbus N68
1h 42m
£7–18
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Purley to Harrowtaxi 23.9 mi
53 min
£60–75
Line 60 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Purley / Downlands Precinct to Tankerville Roadbus 60
2. Take the train from Streatham Common to Harrow & Wealdstonetrain East Croydon - Watford Junction / ...
2h 30m
£11–20

Purley to Harrow by train and subway

246Weekly Services

1h 8mAverage Duration

£18Cheapest Price

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Distance: 26.8 mi
Duration: 1h 8m

What companies run services between Purley, England and Harrow, Greater London, England?

Abellio London operates a bus from Purley / Downlands Precinct to Holborn Station every 2 hours. Tickets cost £2 and the journey takes 1h 7m.

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