What is the cheapest way to get from Waterloo Station to Purley?

The cheapest way to get from Waterloo Station to Purley is to rideshare which costs £3 and takes 55 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Waterloo Station to Purley?

The fastest way to get from Waterloo Station to Purley is to taxi which takes 32 min and costs £55 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Waterloo Station and Purley?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Waterloo Station / York Road station and arriving at Purley / Downlands Precinct. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 3m.

Is there a direct train between Waterloo Station and Purley?

No, there is no direct train from Waterloo Station station to Purley. However, there are services departing from Waterloo station and arriving at Purley via London Bridge. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 33 min.

How far is it from Waterloo Station to Purley?

The distance between Waterloo Station and Purley is 15 miles. The road distance is 12.9 miles.

How do I travel from Waterloo Station to Purley without a car?

The best way to get from Waterloo Station to Purley without a car is to train which takes 33 min and costs £12 - £14.

How long does it take to get from Waterloo Station to Purley?

It takes approximately 33 min to get from Waterloo Station to Purley, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Waterloo Station to Purley bus from?

Waterloo Station to Purley bus services, operated by Abellio London, depart from Waterloo Station / York Road.

Where do I catch the Waterloo Station to Purley train from?

Waterloo Station to Purley train services, operated by Thameslink, depart from London Bridge station.

Train or bus from Waterloo Station to Purley?

The best way to get from Waterloo Station to Purley is to train which takes 33 min and costs £12 - £14. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 1h 3m.

Where does the Waterloo Station to Purley bus arrive?

Waterloo Station to Purley bus services, operated by Abellio London, arrive at Purley / Downlands Precinct station.

Where does the Waterloo Station to Purley train arrive?

Waterloo Station to Purley train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at Purley station.

Can I drive from Waterloo Station to Purley?

Yes, the driving distance between Waterloo Station to Purley is 13 miles. It takes approximately 32 min to drive from Waterloo Station to Purley.

How do I get a train ticket from Waterloo Station to Purley?

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Where can I stay near Purley?

There are 9099+ hotels available in Purley.

Can I share a ride from Waterloo Station to Purley?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Waterloo Station and Purley. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Waterloo Station to Purley - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, and rideshare

There are 6 ways to get from Waterloo Station to Purley by train, bus, rideshare, taxi, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from London Bridge to Purleytrain Bedford - Three Bridges / ...
33 min
£12–14
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from London to Croydonrideshare 11.2 mi
55 min
£3
Bus
1. Take the bus from Waterloo Station / York Road to Purley / Downlands Precinctbus N68
1h 3m
Line 77 bus, line 127 bus
1. Take the bus from Waterloo Station/Upper Taxi Rd to Mitcham Road /Tooting Broadwaybus 77
2. Take the bus from Mitcham Road /Tooting Broadway to Purley Stationbus 127
2h 8m
£4–48
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Waterloo Station to Purleytaxi 12.8 mi
32 min
£55–70
Drive 12.8 mi
1. Drive from Waterloo Station to Purleycar 12.8 mi
32 min
£4–5

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Waterloo Station to Purley.

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Distance: 14.5 mi
Duration: 33 min

What companies run services between Waterloo Station, Greater London, England and Purley, England?

Thameslink operates a train from London Bridge to Purley every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £10–11 and the journey takes 21 min. Southern also services this route every 30 minutes. Alternatively, Abellio London operates a bus from Waterloo Station / York Road to Purley / Downlands Precinct hourly, and the journey takes 1h 3m.

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