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

The cheapest way to get from Purley to Sidcup is to drive which costs £3 - £5 and takes 27 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Purley to Sidcup is to taxi which takes 27 min and costs £30 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Purley and Sidcup?

No, there is no direct bus from Purley to Sidcup. However, there are services departing from Purley / Downlands Precinct and arriving at Sidcup / Carlton Road via St George's Walk / Croydon Town Centre and Bromley North Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Purley and Sidcup?

No, there is no direct train from Purley to Sidcup. However, there are services departing from Purley and arriving at Sidcup via London Bridge. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 53 min.

How far is it from Purley to Sidcup?

The distance between Purley and Sidcup is 23 miles. The road distance is 13.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Purley to Sidcup without a car is to train which takes 53 min and costs £12 - £40.

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

It takes approximately 53 min to get from Purley to Sidcup, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Purley to Sidcup bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Purley to Sidcup train from?

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

Train or bus from Purley to Sidcup?

The best way to get from Purley to Sidcup is to train which takes 53 min and costs £12 - £40. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £4 - £30 and takes 1h 20m.

Where does the Purley to Sidcup bus arrive?

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

Where does the Purley to Sidcup train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Purley to Sidcup?

Yes, the driving distance between Purley to Sidcup is 13 miles. It takes approximately 27 min to drive from Purley to Sidcup.

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

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Where can I stay near Sidcup?

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Purley to Sidcup - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, taxi, car, and line 75 bus

There are 5 ways to get from Purley to Sidcup 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 London BridgeThree Bridges - Bedford / ...
2. Take the train from London Bridge to SidcupLondon Charing Cross - Gravesend / ...
53 min
£13–37
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Purley / Downlands Precinct to St George's Walk / Croydon Town Centre466 / ...
2. Take the bus from St George's Walk / Croydon Town Centre to Bromley North StationSl5
3. Take the bus from Bromley North Station to Sidcup / Carlton RoadSl3
1h 20m
£4–30
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Purley to Sidcup13.2 mi
27 min
£30–45
Drive 13.2 mi
1. Drive from Purley to Sidcup13.2 mi
27 min
£4–5
Line 75 bus, line 160 bus
1. Take the bus from Fairfield Halls to Catford & Catford Bridge Stns75
2. Take the bus from Thomas Lane to Sidcup / Carlton Road160
2h 22m
£9

Purley to Sidcup by train

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Distance: 23.2 mi
Duration: 53 min

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

You can take a train from Purley to Sidcup via London Bridge in around 53 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Purley / Downlands Precinct to Sidcup / Carlton Road via St George's Walk / Croydon Town Centre and Bromley North Station in around 1h 20m.

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