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

The cheapest way to get from Purley to Whitstable is to drive which costs £15 - £22 and takes 1h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Purley to Whitstable is to drive which takes 1h 5m and costs £15 - £22.

Is there a direct bus between Purley and Whitstable?

No, there is no direct bus from Purley to Whitstable. However, there are services departing from Purley / Downlands Precinct and arriving at Horsebridge via Elephant & Castle / New Kent Road and Long Reach. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 37m.

Is there a direct train between Purley and Whitstable?

No, there is no direct train from Purley to Whitstable. However, there are services departing from Purley and arriving at Whitstable via London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 47m.

How far is it from Purley to Whitstable?

The distance between Purley and Whitstable is 74 miles. The road distance is 60 miles.

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

The best way to get from Purley to Whitstable without a car is to train which takes 2h 47m and costs £27 - £70.

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

It takes approximately 2h 47m to get from Purley to Whitstable, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Purley to Whitstable bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Purley to Whitstable train from?

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

Train or bus from Purley to Whitstable?

The best way to get from Purley to Whitstable is to train which takes 2h 47m and costs £27 - £70. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 3h 37m.

Where does the Purley to Whitstable bus arrive?

Purley to Whitstable bus services, operated by Abellio London, arrive at Elephant & Castle Station.

Where does the Purley to Whitstable train arrive?

Purley to Whitstable train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at London St Pancras Intl station.

Can I drive from Purley to Whitstable?

Yes, the driving distance between Purley to Whitstable is 60 miles. It takes approximately 1h 5m to drive from Purley to Whitstable.

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

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Where can I stay near Whitstable?

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Purley to Whitstable - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 119 bus

There are 4 ways to get from Purley to Whitstable by train, bus, 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 St Pancras IntlThree Bridges - Bedford / ...
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to WhitstableSt Pancras International - Ramsgate / ...
2h 47m
£27–70
Drive 59.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Purley to Whitstable59.7 mi
1h 5m
£15–22
Bus
1. Take the bus from Purley / Downlands Precinct to Elephant & Castle StationN68
2. Take the bus from Elephant & Castle / New Kent Road to Long Reach007 / ...
3h 37m
Line 119 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Sandilands Tram Stop to Bromley South Station119
2. Take the train from Bromley South to WhitstableLondon Victoria - Ramsgate / ...
3h 3m
£18–46

Purley to Whitstable by train

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Distance: 74 mi
Duration: 2h 47m

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

You can take a train from Purley to Whitstable via London St Pancras Intl in around 2h 47m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Purley / Downlands Precinct to Horsebridge via Elephant & Castle Station, Elephant & Castle / New Kent Road, and Long Reach in around 3h 37m.

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