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

The cheapest way to get from Purley to Lewisham is to drive which costs £2 - £4 and takes 27 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Purley to Lewisham is to taxi which takes 27 min and costs £29 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Purley and Lewisham?

No, there is no direct bus from Purley to Lewisham. However, there are services departing from Purley / Downlands Precinct and arriving at Lewisham Centre via Fairfield Halls. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 22m.

Is there a direct train between Purley and Lewisham?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Purley and arriving at New Cross Gate. Services depart five times a week, and operate Monday to Friday. The journey takes approximately 32 min.

How far is it from Purley to Lewisham?

The distance between Purley and Lewisham is 10 miles. The road distance is 11.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Purley to Lewisham without a car is to train which takes 32 min and costs £5 - £8.

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

The train from Purley to New Cross Gate takes 32 min including transfers and departs five times a week.

Where do I catch the Purley to Lewisham bus from?

Purley to Lewisham bus services, operated by Arriva UK, depart from Purley / Downlands Precinct station.

Where do I catch the Purley to Lewisham train from?

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

Train or bus from Purley to Lewisham?

The best way to get from Purley to Lewisham is to train which takes 32 min and costs £5 - £8. Alternatively, you can bus and line 75 bus, which costs £6 and takes 1h 22m.

Where does the Purley to Lewisham bus arrive?

Purley to Lewisham bus services, operated by Arriva UK, arrive at St George's Walk / Croydon Town Centre station.

Where does the Purley to Lewisham train arrive?

Purley to Lewisham train services, operated by Southern, arrive at New Cross Gate station.

Can I drive from Purley to Lewisham?

Yes, the driving distance between Purley to Lewisham is 11 miles. It takes approximately 27 min to drive from Purley to Lewisham.

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

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Where can I stay near Lewisham?

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Purley to Lewisham - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, line 75 bus, taxi

There are 6 ways to get from Purley to Lewisham 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 New Cross GatePurley - London Bridge
32 min
£5–8
Drive 11.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Purley to Lewisham11.2 mi
27 min
£3–4
Bus, line 75 bus
1. Take the bus from Purley / Downlands Precinct to St George's Walk / Croydon Town Centre466 / ...
2. Take the bus from Fairfield Halls to Lewisham Centre75
1h 22m
£6
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Purley to Lewisham11.2 mi
27 min
£29–35
Train via London Bridge
1. Take the train from Purley to London BridgeThree Bridges - Bedford / ...
2. Take the train from London Bridge to LewishamLondon Charing Cross - Hayes / ...
34 min
£9–26
Line 289 bus, line 54 bus
1. Take the bus from Purley Station to Elmers End Interchange289
2. Take the bus from Elmers End Interchange to Lewisham Centre54
1h 49m
£6

Purley to Lewisham by train

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Distance: 10.4 mi
Duration: 32 min

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

Southern operates a train from Purley to New Cross Gate 5 times a week. Tickets cost £5–8 and the journey takes 32 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Purley / Downlands Precinct to Lewisham Centre via St George's Walk / Croydon Town Centre and Fairfield Halls in around 1h 22m.

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