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 £14 - £22 and takes 1h 6m.

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 6m and costs £14 - £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 Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 51m.

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 Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 26m.

How far is it from Purley to Whitstable?

The distance between Purley and Whitstable is 72 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 26m and costs £35 - £75.

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

It takes approximately 2h 26m 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 Southern, 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 26m and costs £35 - £75. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £16 - £35 and takes 4h 51m.

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 Southern, arrive at London Victoria station.

Can I drive from Purley to Whitstable?

Yes, the driving distance between Purley to Whitstable is 60 miles. It takes approximately 1h 6m 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 - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Purley to Whitstable by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Purley to London Victoriatrain Reigate - London Victoria / ...
2. Take the train from London Victoria to Whitstabletrain London Victoria - Ramsgate / ...
2h 26m
£35–74
Drive 59.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Purley to Whitstablecar 59.7 mi
1h 6m
£15–22
Bus
1. Take the bus from Purley / Downlands Precinct to Elephant & Castle Stationbus N68
2. Take the bus from Elephant & Castle / New Kent Road to Bus Stationbus 007 / ...
4h 51m
£17–35

Purley to Whitstable by train

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2h 26mAverage Duration

£35Cheapest Price

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Distance: 71.9 mi
Duration: 2h 26m

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

You can take a train from Purley to Whitstable via London Victoria in around 2h 26m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Purley / Downlands Precinct to Horsebridge via Elephant & Castle Station, Elephant & Castle / New Kent Road, and Bus Station in around 4h 51m.

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