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

The cheapest way to get from Purley to Thamesmead is to drive which costs £4 - £7 and takes 43 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Purley to Thamesmead is to taxi which takes 43 min and costs £45 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Purley and Thamesmead?

No, there is no direct bus from Purley to Thamesmead. However, there are services departing from Purley / Downlands Precinct and arriving at Thamesmead / Carlyle Road via East Croydon Rail Station and Bromley North Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h.

Is there a direct train between Purley and Thamesmead?

No, there is no direct train from Purley to Thamesmead. However, there are services departing from Purley and arriving at Abbey Wood (London) via London Bridge. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 52 min.

How far is it from Purley to Thamesmead?

The distance between Purley and Thamesmead is 23 miles. The road distance is 18.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Purley to Thamesmead without a car is to train which takes 52 min and costs £11 - £35.

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

It takes approximately 52 min to get from Purley to Thamesmead, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Purley to Thamesmead bus from?

Purley to Thamesmead bus services, operated by Arriva UK, depart from East Croydon Rail Station.

Where do I catch the Purley to Thamesmead train from?

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

Train or bus from Purley to Thamesmead?

The best way to get from Purley to Thamesmead is to train which takes 52 min and costs £11 - £35. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £6 and takes 2h.

Where does the Purley to Thamesmead bus arrive?

Purley to Thamesmead bus services, operated by Arriva UK, arrive at Bromley North Station.

Where does the Purley to Thamesmead train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Purley to Thamesmead?

Yes, the driving distance between Purley to Thamesmead is 19 miles. It takes approximately 43 min to drive from Purley to Thamesmead.

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

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Where can I stay near Thamesmead?

There are 18186+ hotels available in Thamesmead.

Purley to Thamesmead - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, taxi, and car

There are 6 ways to get from Purley to Thamesmead 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 Abbey Wood (London)London Cannon Street - London Cannon Street / ...
52 min
£12–33
Drive 18.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Purley to Thamesmead18.6 mi
43 min
£5–7
Bus
1. Take the bus from East Croydon Rail Station to Bromley North StationSl5
2. Take the bus from Bromley North Station to Thamesmead / Carlyle RoadSl3
2h
£6
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Purley to Thamesmead18.6 mi
43 min
£45–60
Bus via Elephant & Castle Station
1. Take the bus from Purley / Downlands Precinct to Elephant & Castle StationN68
2. Take the bus from Elephant & Castle / New Kent Road to Thamesmead / Carlyle RoadN1
2h 32m
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 Plumstead Road / Burrage Road54
2h 37m
£7–26

Purley to Thamesmead by train

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Distance: 23 mi
Duration: 52 min

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

You can take a train from Purley to Abbey Wood (London) via London Bridge in around 52 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Purley / Downlands Precinct to Thamesmead / Carlyle Road via East Croydon Rail Station and Bromley North Station in around 2h.

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