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

The cheapest way to get from Purley to Plumstead is to drive which costs £3 - £6 and takes 37 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Purley to Plumstead is to taxi which takes 37 min and costs £40 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Purley and Plumstead?

No, there is no direct bus from Purley to Plumstead. However, there are services departing from Purley / Downlands Precinct and arriving at Heavitree Road via Elephant & Castle / New Kent Road. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 56m.

Is there a direct train between Purley and Plumstead?

No, there is no direct train from Purley to Plumstead. However, there are services departing from Purley and arriving at Plumstead via London Bridge. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 50 min.

How far is it from Purley to Plumstead?

The distance between Purley and Plumstead is 22 miles. The road distance is 15.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Purley to Plumstead without a car is to train which takes 50 min and costs £11 - £28.

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

It takes approximately 50 min to get from Purley to Plumstead, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Purley to Plumstead bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Purley to Plumstead train from?

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

Train or bus from Purley to Plumstead?

The best way to get from Purley to Plumstead is to train which takes 50 min and costs £11 - £28. Alternatively, you can bus and line 53 bus, which costs and takes 1h 56m.

Where does the Purley to Plumstead bus arrive?

Purley to Plumstead bus services, operated by Abellio London, arrive at Elephant & Castle Station.

Where does the Purley to Plumstead train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Purley to Plumstead?

Yes, the driving distance between Purley to Plumstead is 16 miles. It takes approximately 37 min to drive from Purley to Plumstead.

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

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Where can I stay near Plumstead?

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Purley to Plumstead - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, line 53 bus, and taxi

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

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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 PlumsteadLondon Cannon Street - London Cannon Street / ...
50 min
£12–28
Drive 15.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Purley to Plumstead15.5 mi
37 min
£4–6
Bus, line 53 bus
1. Take the bus from Purley / Downlands Precinct to Elephant & Castle StationN68
2. Take the bus from Elephant & Castle / New Kent Road to Heavitree Road53 / ...
1h 56m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Purley to Plumstead15.5 mi
37 min
£40–50
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 Burrage Road54
2h 20m
£6

Purley to Plumstead by train

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Distance: 21.4 mi
Duration: 50 min

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

You can take a train from Purley to Plumstead via London Bridge in around 50 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Purley / Downlands Precinct to Heavitree Road via Elephant & Castle Station and Elephant & Castle / New Kent Road in around 1h 56m.

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