What is the cheapest way to get from Purley to Upper Clapton?

The cheapest way to get from Purley to Upper Clapton is to drive which costs £4 - £7 and takes 50 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Purley to Upper Clapton?

The fastest way to get from Purley to Upper Clapton is to taxi which takes 50 min and costs £230 - £280.

Is there a direct bus between Purley and Upper Clapton?

No, there is no direct bus from Purley to Upper Clapton. However, there are services departing from Purley / Downlands Precinct and arriving at Lea Bridge Road / Upper Clapton Road via Denmark Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 4m.

Is there a direct train between Purley and Upper Clapton?

No, there is no direct train from Purley to Upper Clapton. However, there are services departing from Purley and arriving at Clapton via London Bridge station and London Liverpool Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 52 min.

How far is it from Purley to Upper Clapton?

The distance between Purley and Upper Clapton is 18 miles. The road distance is 18.2 miles.

How do I travel from Purley to Upper Clapton without a car?

The best way to get from Purley to Upper Clapton without a car is to train which takes 52 min and costs £12 - £28.

How long does it take to get from Purley to Upper Clapton?

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

Where do I catch the Purley to Upper Clapton bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Purley to Upper Clapton train from?

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

Train or bus from Purley to Upper Clapton?

The best way to get from Purley to Upper Clapton is to train which takes 52 min and costs £12 - £28. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 2h 4m.

Where does the Purley to Upper Clapton bus arrive?

Purley to Upper Clapton bus services, operated by Abellio London, arrive at St Giles High Street station.

Where does the Purley to Upper Clapton train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Purley to Upper Clapton?

Yes, the driving distance between Purley to Upper Clapton is 18 miles. It takes approximately 50 min to drive from Purley to Upper Clapton.

How do I get a train ticket from Purley to Upper Clapton?

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Purley to Upper Clapton - 6 ways to travel via train, line 253 bus, and bus

There are 6 ways to get from Purley to Upper Clapton by train, bus, taxi, car, or subway

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Purley to London BridgeThree Bridges - Bedford / ...
2. Take the train from London Liverpool Street to ClaptonLondon Liverpool Street - Chingford
52 min
£13–28
Drive 18.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Purley to Upper Clapton18.1 mi
50 min
£5–7
Train, line 253 bus
1. Take the train from Purley to London St Pancras IntlThree Bridges - Bedford / ...
2. Take the bus from Euston Bus Station to Rossington Street253 / ...
1h 37m
£13
Bus
1. Take the bus from Purley / Downlands Precinct to St Giles High StreetN68
2. Take the bus from Denmark Street to Lea Bridge Road / Upper Clapton RoadN38
2h 4m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Purley to Upper Clapton18.1 mi
50 min
£230–280
Line 127 bus, subway, line 393 bus
1. Take the bus from Purley Station to Tooting Broadway Station127
2. Take the subway from Tooting Broadway station to Kentish Town station
3. Take the bus from Kentish Town to Warwick Grove / Wigan Estate393
2h 32m
£6–9

Purley to Upper Clapton by train, subway, and foot

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Distance: 18.4 mi
Duration: 52 min

What companies run services between Purley, England and Upper Clapton, England?

You can take a train from Purley to Clapton via London Bridge, London Bridge station, Moorgate station, and London Liverpool Street in around 52 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Purley / Downlands Precinct to Lea Bridge Road / Upper Clapton Road via St Giles High Street and Denmark Street in around 2h 4m.

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