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

The cheapest way to get from Solihull to Purley is to drive which costs £29 - £45 and takes 2h 29m.

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

The fastest way to get from Solihull to Purley is to drive which takes 2h 29m and costs £29 - £45.

Is there a direct train between Solihull and Purley?

No, there is no direct train from Solihull to Purley. However, there are services departing from Solihull and arriving at Purley via Baker Street station and London Bridge. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 36m.

How far is it from Solihull to Purley?

The distance between Solihull and Purley is 123 miles. The road distance is 121.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Solihull to Purley without a car is to train which takes 2h 36m and costs £35 - £95.

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

It takes approximately 2h 36m to get from Solihull to Purley, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Solihull to Purley bus from?

Solihull to Purley bus services, operated by National Express, depart from B'ham Airport Bus Terminal station.

Where do I catch the Solihull to Purley train from?

Solihull to Purley train services, operated by Chiltern Railways, depart from Solihull station.

Train or bus from Solihull to Purley?

The best way to get from Solihull to Purley is to train which takes 2h 36m and costs £35 - £95. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £27 - £55 and takes 5h 7m.

Where does the Solihull to Purley bus arrive?

Solihull to Purley bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Solihull to Purley train arrive?

Solihull to Purley train services, operated by Chiltern Railways, arrive at London Marylebone station.

Can I drive from Solihull to Purley?

Yes, the driving distance between Solihull to Purley is 122 miles. It takes approximately 2h 29m to drive from Solihull to Purley.

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

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Where can I stay near Purley?

There are 17338+ hotels available in Purley.

Solihull to Purley - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

Q: Is there a direct bus between Solihull and Purley?

No, there is no direct bus from Solihull to Purley. However, there are services departing from Solihull Town Centre and arriving at Purley / Downlands Precinct via B'ham Airport Bus Terminal, Heathrow Central Bus Station and East Croydon Rail Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 7m.

There are 4 ways to get from Solihull to Purley by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Solihull to London Marylebonetrain Birmingham Moor Street - London Marylebone / ...
2h 36m
£39–92
Train via Birmingham International
cheapest
1. Take the train from Birmingham International to London Eustontrain Birmingham New Street - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Purleytrain Bedford - Three Bridges / ...
2h 51m
£17–102
Bus
1. Take the bus from B'ham Airport Bus Terminal to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 210 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to East Croydon Rail Stationbus Sl7
5h 7m
£27–54
Drive 121.2 mi
1. Drive from Solihull to Purleycar 121.2 mi
2h 29m
£30–43

Solihull to Purley by bus

176Weekly Buses

5h 7mAverage Duration

£27Cheapest Price

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Distance: 122.3 mi
Duration: 2h 36m

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

Chiltern Railways operates a train from Solihull to London Marylebone hourly. Tickets cost £27–70 and the journey takes 1h 49m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Solihull Town Centre to Purley / Downlands Precinct via B'ham Airport Bus Terminal, Heathrow Central Bus Station, and East Croydon Rail Station in around 5h 7m.

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