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

The cheapest way to get from Purley to Woolwich is to drive which costs £3 - £6 and takes 35 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Purley to Woolwich is to taxi which takes 35 min and costs £35 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Purley and Woolwich?

No, there is no direct bus from Purley to Woolwich. However, there are services departing from Purley / Downlands Precinct and arriving at Erwood Road via Elephant & Castle / New Kent Road. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 41m.

Is there a direct train between Purley and Woolwich?

No, there is no direct train from Purley to Woolwich. However, there are services departing from Purley and arriving at Woolwich Arsenal via London Bridge. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 47 min.

How far is it from Purley to Woolwich?

The distance between Purley and Woolwich is 21 miles. The road distance is 14.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Purley to Woolwich without a car is to train which takes 47 min and costs £14 - £28.

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

It takes approximately 47 min to get from Purley to Woolwich, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Purley to Woolwich bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Purley to Woolwich train from?

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

Train or bus from Purley to Woolwich?

The best way to get from Purley to Woolwich is to train which takes 47 min and costs £14 - £28. Alternatively, you can bus and line 53 bus, which costs and takes 1h 41m.

Where does the Purley to Woolwich bus arrive?

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

Where does the Purley to Woolwich train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Purley to Woolwich?

Yes, the driving distance between Purley to Woolwich is 15 miles. It takes approximately 35 min to drive from Purley to Woolwich.

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

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Where can I stay near Woolwich?

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Purley to Woolwich - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, line 53 bus, taxi

There are 5 ways to get from Purley to Woolwich by train, bus, taxi, 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 BridgeThree Bridges - Bedford / ...
2. Take the train from London Bridge to Woolwich ArsenalLondon Cannon Street - London Cannon Street / ...
47 min
£14–28
Drive 14.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Purley to Woolwich14.6 mi
35 min
£4–6
Bus, line 53 bus
1. Take the bus from Purley / Downlands Precinct to Elephant & Castle StationN68
2. Take the bus from Elephant & Castle / New Kent Road to Erwood Road53 / ...
1h 41m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Purley to Woolwich14.6 mi
35 min
£35–45
Line 289 bus, line 54 bus
1. Take the bus from Purley Station to Elmers End Interchange289
2. Take the bus from Elmers End Interchange to Artillery Place / Frances Street54
2h 14m
£6

Purley to Woolwich by train

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Distance: 20.7 mi
Duration: 47 min

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

You can take a train from Purley to Woolwich Arsenal via London Bridge in around 47 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Purley / Downlands Precinct to Erwood Road via Elephant & Castle Station and Elephant & Castle / New Kent Road in around 1h 41m.

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