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

The cheapest way to get from Purley to Strood is to drive which costs £8 - £12 and takes 44 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Purley to Strood is to drive which takes 44 min and costs £8 - £12.

Is there a direct bus between Purley and Strood?

No, there is no direct bus from Purley station to Strood. However, there are services departing from Purley Station and arriving at Elaine Avenue via Elmers End Interchange, Woolwich Arsenal Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 36m.

Is there a direct train between Purley and Strood?

No, there is no direct train from Purley to Strood. However, there are services departing from Purley and arriving at Strood via London Bridge. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 50m.

How far is it from Purley to Strood?

The distance between Purley and Strood is 43 miles. The road distance is 32.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Purley to Strood without a car is to train which takes 1h 50m and costs £12 - £50.

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

It takes approximately 1h 50m to get from Purley to Strood, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Purley to Strood bus from?

Purley to Strood bus services, operated by Arriva UK, depart from Purley Station.

Where do I catch the Purley to Strood train from?

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

Train or bus from Purley to Strood?

The best way to get from Purley to Strood is to train which takes 1h 50m and costs £12 - £50. Alternatively, you can line 289 bus and line 54 bus and line 96 bus, which costs £11 - £13 and takes 4h 36m.

Where does the Purley to Strood bus arrive?

Purley to Strood bus services, operated by Arriva UK, arrive at Elmers End Interchange station.

Where does the Purley to Strood train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Purley to Strood?

Yes, the driving distance between Purley to Strood is 32 miles. It takes approximately 44 min to drive from Purley to Strood.

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

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Where can I stay near Strood?

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Purley to Strood - 5 ways to travel via train, line 289 bus, and line 54 bus

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

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 StroodLuton - Rainham / ...
1h 50m
£13–48
Drive 32.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Purley to Strood32.2 mi
44 min
£8–12
Line 289 bus, line 54 bus, line 96 bus
1. Take the bus from Purley Station to Elmers End Interchange289
2. Take the bus from Elmers End Interchange to Woolwich Arsenal Station54
3. Take the bus from Woolwich Arsenal Station to Bus Station96
4h 36m
£11–13
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Purley to Strood32.2 mi
44 min
£100–130
Train via London Victoria
1. Take the train from Purley to London VictoriaReigate - London Victoria / ...
2. Take the train from London Victoria to RochesterLondon Victoria - Gillingham / ...
2h 8m
£17–40

Purley to Strood by train

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Distance: 42.5 mi
Duration: 1h 50m

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

You can take a train from Purley to Strood via London Bridge in around 1h 50m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Purley Station to Elaine Avenue via Elmers End Interchange, Woolwich Arsenal Station, and Bus Station in around 4h 36m.

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