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

The cheapest way to get from Purley to Poplar is to drive which costs £3 - £6 and takes 38 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Purley to Poplar is to train and subway which takes 29 min and costs £8 - £24.

Is there a direct bus between Purley and Poplar?

No, there is no direct bus from Purley to Poplar. However, there are services departing from Purley / Downlands Precinct and arriving at Chrisp Street Market / All Saints DLR via Aldwych. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 54m.

Is there a direct train between Purley and Poplar?

No, there is no direct train from Purley to Poplar station. However, there are services departing from Purley and arriving at Canary Wharf station via London Bridge station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 29 min.

How far is it from Purley to Poplar?

The distance between Purley and Poplar is 17 miles. The road distance is 15.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Purley to Poplar without a car is to train and subway which takes 29 min and costs £8 - £24.

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

It takes approximately 29 min to get from Purley to Poplar, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Purley to Poplar bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Purley to Poplar train from?

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

Train or bus from Purley to Poplar?

The best way to get from Purley to Poplar is to bus which takes 1h 54m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs £16 - £28 and takes 48 min.

Where does the Purley to Poplar bus arrive?

Purley to Poplar bus services, operated by Abellio London, arrive at Aldwych / Kingsway station.

Where does the Purley to Poplar train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Purley to Poplar?

Yes, the driving distance between Purley to Poplar is 16 miles. It takes approximately 38 min to drive from Purley to Poplar.

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

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

There are 5 ways to get from Purley to Poplar by train, subway, 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, subway
best
1. Take the train from Purley to London BridgeThree Bridges - Bedford / ...
2. Take the subway from London Bridge station to Canary Wharf stationJubilee
29 min
£9–24
Drive 15.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Purley to Poplar15.7 mi
38 min
£4–6
Bus
1. Take the bus from Purley / Downlands Precinct to Aldwych / KingswayN68
2. Take the bus from Aldwych to Chrisp Street Market / All Saints DLR15 / ...
1h 54m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Purley to Poplar15.7 mi
38 min
£40–50
Train
1. Take the train from Purley to FarringdonThree Bridges - Bedford / ...
2. Take the train from Farringdon Without to Canary WharfElizabeth
48 min
£17–27

Purley to Poplar by train and subway

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29 minAverage Duration

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Distance: 16.8 mi
Duration: 29 min

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

You can take a bus from Purley / Downlands Precinct to Chrisp Street Market / All Saints DLR via Aldwych / Kingsway and Aldwych in around 1h 54m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Purley to Canary Wharf via Farringdon and Farringdon Without in around 48 min.

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