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

The cheapest way to get from Purley to Matlock is to bus via Leicester which costs £17 - £45 and takes 6h 13m.

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

The fastest way to get from Purley to Matlock is to drive which takes 3h 6m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Purley and Matlock?

No, there is no direct bus from Purley to Matlock. However, there are services departing from Purley / Downlands Precinct and arriving at Causeway Lane via Denmark Street, Golders Green Station and Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 48m.

Is there a direct train between Purley and Matlock?

No, there is no direct train from Purley to Matlock. However, there are services departing from Purley and arriving at Matlock via London St Pancras Intl and Derby. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 41m.

How far is it from Purley to Matlock?

The distance between Purley and Matlock is 162 miles. The road distance is 161.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Purley to Matlock without a car is to train which takes 3h 41m and costs £45 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 3h 41m to get from Purley to Matlock, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Purley to Matlock bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Purley to Matlock train from?

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

Train or bus from Purley to Matlock?

The best way to get from Purley to Matlock is to train which takes 3h 41m and costs £45 - £180. Alternatively, you can bus via Leicester, which costs £17 - £45 and takes 6h 13m.

Where does the Purley to Matlock bus arrive?

Purley to Matlock bus services, operated by Abellio London, arrive at St Giles High Street station.

Where does the Purley to Matlock train arrive?

Purley to Matlock train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at London St Pancras Intl station.

Can I drive from Purley to Matlock?

Yes, the driving distance between Purley to Matlock is 161 miles. It takes approximately 3h 6m to drive from Purley to Matlock.

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

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Where can I stay near Matlock?

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Purley to Matlock - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Purley to Matlock by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Purley to London St Pancras IntlThree Bridges - Bedford / ...
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to DerbyLondon St Pancras International - Sheffield / ...
3h 41m
£45–180
Bus via Leicester
cheapest
1. Take the bus from London Victoria to AsdaUk005 / ...
2. Take the bus from Asda to Bus StationUk900 / ...
6h 13m
£18–45
Drive 160.4 mi
1. Drive from Purley to Matlock160.4 mi
3h 6m
£41–59
Bus
1. Take the bus from Purley / Downlands Precinct to St Giles High StreetN68
2. Take the bus from Golders Green Station to Coach Station560
6h 48m

Purley to Matlock by train

159Weekly Trains

3h 41mAverage Duration

£45Cheapest Price

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Distance: 160.8 mi
Duration: 3h 41m

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

You can take a train from Purley to Matlock via London St Pancras Intl and Derby in around 3h 41m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Purley to Olde Englishe Road via London Victoria, London Victoria, Asda, and Bus Station in around 6h 13m.

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