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

The cheapest way to get from Purley to Ramsgate is to drive which costs £19 - £28 and takes 1h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Purley to Ramsgate is to drive which takes 1h 20m and costs £19 - £28.

Is there a direct bus between Purley and Ramsgate?

No, there is no direct bus from Purley to Ramsgate. However, there are services departing from Purley / Downlands Precinct and arriving at Harbour via Elephant & Castle / New Kent Road. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 7m.

Is there a direct train between Purley and Ramsgate?

No, there is no direct train from Purley to Ramsgate. However, there are services departing from Purley and arriving at Ramsgate via London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 12m.

How far is it from Purley to Ramsgate?

The distance between Purley and Ramsgate is 102 miles. The road distance is 77 miles.

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

The best way to get from Purley to Ramsgate without a car is to train which takes 2h 12m and costs £25 - £70.

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

It takes approximately 2h 12m to get from Purley to Ramsgate, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Purley to Ramsgate bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Purley to Ramsgate train from?

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

Train or bus from Purley to Ramsgate?

The best way to get from Purley to Ramsgate is to train which takes 2h 12m and costs £25 - £70. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 5h 7m.

Where does the Purley to Ramsgate bus arrive?

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

Where does the Purley to Ramsgate train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Purley to Ramsgate?

Yes, the driving distance between Purley to Ramsgate is 77 miles. It takes approximately 1h 20m to drive from Purley to Ramsgate.

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

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Where can I stay near Ramsgate?

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

There are 4 ways to get from Purley to Ramsgate 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 RamsgateSt Pancras International - Margate / ...
2h 12m
£26–68
Drive 76.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Purley to Ramsgate76.5 mi
1h 20m
£20–28
Bus
1. Take the bus from Purley / Downlands Precinct to Elephant & Castle StationN68
2. Take the bus from Elephant & Castle / New Kent Road to Harbour022
5h 7m
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from St George's Walk / Croydon Town Centre to Bromley South StationSl5
2. Take the train from Bromley South to RamsgateLondon Victoria - Ramsgate
3h 10m
£20–39

Purley to Ramsgate by train

281Weekly Trains

2h 12mAverage Duration

£26Cheapest Price

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Distance: 101.6 mi
Duration: 2h 12m

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

You can take a train from Purley to Ramsgate via London St Pancras Intl in around 2h 12m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Purley / Downlands Precinct to Harbour via Elephant & Castle Station and Elephant & Castle / New Kent Road in around 5h 7m.

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