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

The cheapest way to get from Purley to Theale is to drive which costs £12 - £18 and takes 1h 12m.

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

The fastest way to get from Purley to Theale is to drive which takes 1h 12m and costs £12 - £18.

Is there a direct bus between Purley and Theale?

No, there is no direct bus from Purley to Theale. However, there are services departing from Purley / Downlands Precinct and arriving at Brewery Court via West Croydon Bus Station, Heathrow Terminal 2 and Blagrave Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 2m.

Is there a direct train between Purley and Theale?

No, there is no direct train from Purley to Theale. However, there are services departing from Purley and arriving at Theale via Farringdon Without and London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 16m.

How far is it from Purley to Theale?

The distance between Purley and Theale is 60 miles. The road distance is 49.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Purley to Theale without a car is to train which takes 2h 16m and costs £35 - £75.

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

It takes approximately 2h 16m to get from Purley to Theale, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Purley to Theale bus from?

Purley to Theale bus services, operated by Metrobus, depart from West Croydon Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Purley to Theale train from?

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

Train or bus from Purley to Theale?

The best way to get from Purley to Theale is to train which takes 2h 16m and costs £35 - £75. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £45 and takes 4h 2m.

Where does the Purley to Theale bus arrive?

Purley to Theale bus services, operated by Metrobus, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Purley to Theale train arrive?

Purley to Theale train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at Farringdon station.

Can I drive from Purley to Theale?

Yes, the driving distance between Purley to Theale is 50 miles. It takes approximately 1h 12m to drive from Purley to Theale.

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

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Where can I stay near Theale?

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Purley to Theale - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, taxi, and line 1 bus

There are 6 ways to get from Purley to Theale by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Purley to Farringdontrain Three Bridges - Bedford / ...
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Thealetrain London Paddington - Westbury / ...
2h 16m
£37–70
Drive 49.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Purley to Thealecar 49.6 mi
1h 12m
£13–18
Bus
1. Take the bus from West Croydon Bus Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus Sl7
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 2 to Reading RailAirbus Ra1
4h 2m
£34–44
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Purley to Thealetaxi 49.6 mi
1h 12m
£140–170
Train, line 1 bus
1. Take the train from Redhill to Readingtrain Gatwick Airport - Reading / ...
2. Take the bus from Blagrave Street to The Crownbus 1
2h 30m
£21–49
Train, line 1 bus via Clapham Junction
1. Take the train from Clapham Junction to Readingtrain London Waterloo - Reading / ...
2. Take the bus from Blagrave Street to The Crownbus 1
2h 35m
£21–35

Purley to Theale by train

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2h 16mAverage Duration

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Distance: 59.4 mi
Duration: 2h 16m

What companies run services between Purley, England and Theale, West Berkshire, England?

You can take a train from Purley to Theale via Farringdon, Farringdon Without, and London Paddington in around 2h 16m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Purley / Downlands Precinct to Brewery Court via West Croydon Bus Station, Heathrow Central Bus Station, Heathrow Terminal 2, Reading RailAir, and Blagrave Street in around 4h 2m.

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