What is the cheapest way to get from Purley to Thornton Heath?

The cheapest way to get from Purley to Thornton Heath is to line 289 bus and line 198 bus which costs £3 and takes 1h 5m.

What is the fastest way to get from Purley to Thornton Heath?

The fastest way to get from Purley to Thornton Heath is to taxi which takes 11 min and costs £30 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Purley and Thornton Heath?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Purley / Downlands Precinct and arriving at Talbot Road Thornton Heath. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 22 min.

Is there a direct train between Purley and Thornton Heath?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Purley and arriving at Thornton Heath. Services depart four times a week, and operate Sunday. The journey takes approximately 15 min.

How far is it from Purley to Thornton Heath?

The distance between Purley and Thornton Heath is 5 miles.

How do I travel from Purley to Thornton Heath without a car?

The best way to get from Purley to Thornton Heath without a car is to train which takes 15 min and costs £4 - £6.

How long does it take to get from Purley to Thornton Heath?

The train from Purley to Thornton Heath takes 15 min including transfers and departs four times a week.

Where do I catch the Purley to Thornton Heath bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Purley to Thornton Heath train from?

Purley to Thornton Heath train services, operated by Southern, depart from Purley station.

Train or bus from Purley to Thornton Heath?

The best way to get from Purley to Thornton Heath is to train which takes 15 min and costs £4 - £6. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 22 min.

Where does the Purley to Thornton Heath bus arrive?

Purley to Thornton Heath bus services, operated by Abellio London, arrive at Talbot Road Thornton Heath station.

Where does the Purley to Thornton Heath train arrive?

Purley to Thornton Heath train services, operated by Southern, arrive at East Croydon station.

How do I get a train ticket from Purley to Thornton Heath?

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Where can I stay near Thornton Heath?

There are 18999+ hotels available in Thornton Heath.

Purley to Thornton Heath - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, taxi, and foot

There are 7 ways to get from Purley to Thornton Heath by train, bus, taxi, or foot

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Purley to Thornton HeathBrighton - London Victoria / ...
15 min
£4–6
Line 289 bus, line 198 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Purley High Street / Purley Station to West Croydon Station289
2. Take the bus from West Croydon Station to Thornton Heath Clock Tower198
1h 5m
£3
Bus
1. Take the bus from Purley / Downlands Precinct to Talbot Road Thornton HeathN68
22 min
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Purley to Thornton Heath5 mi
11 min
£30–40
Walk
1. Take the foot from Purley to Thornton Heath5.3 mi
1h 42m
Train via East Croydon
1. Take the train from Purley to East CroydonReigate - London Victoria / ...
2. Take the train from East Croydon to Thornton HeathEast Croydon - London Bridge / ...
25 min
£6–16
Bus, line 50 bus
1. Take the bus from Purley / Downlands Precinct to St George's Walk / Croydon Town Centre466 / ...
2. Take the bus from Fairfield Halls to Thornton Heath Station50 / ...
35 min
£6

Purley to Thornton Heath by train

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Distance: 4.8 mi
Duration: 15 min

What companies run services between Purley, England and Thornton Heath, England?

Southern operates a train from Purley to Thornton Heath 4 times a week. Tickets cost £4–6 and the journey takes 15 min. Alternatively, Abellio London operates a bus from Purley / Downlands Precinct to Talbot Road Thornton Heath hourly, and the journey takes 22 min.

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