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Forest Hill, Great Britain → Purley, Great Britain

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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from {from} to {to}

Composite routes from Forest Hill to Purley

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Transport providers

Train operators

Southern

Phone:
+44 3451 27 29 20
Website:
southernrailway.com/
Train from Forest Hill to Purley
Ave. Duration:
22 min
Frequency:
5 times a week
Estimated price:
$6.96–$10.13
Train from Forest Hill to London
Ave. Duration:
17 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$6.33–$8.86
Train from London Bridge to Purley
Ave. Duration:
27 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$9.49–$13.92

Thameslink

Phone:
0345 026 4700
Website:
thameslinkrailway.com/
Train from London Bridge to Purley
Ave. Duration:
21 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$9.49–$21.52

Bus operators

Arriva UK

Phone:
0344 800 44 11
Website:
arrivabus.co.uk/
Bus from Park Street to Purley
Ave. Duration:
15 min
Frequency:
Every 5 minutes
Estimated price:
$2.96
Bus from Elmers End Interchange to Purley
Ave. Duration:
1h 8m
Frequency:
Every 15 minutes
Estimated price:
$2.96

Transport UK

Phone:
+44 20 7788 8550
Website:
transportukbus.com/
Bus from Park Street to Purley
Ave. Duration:
16 min
Frequency:
Every 15 minutes

London Central

Phone:
0343 222 1234
Website:
tfl.gov.uk/
Bus from Forest Hill Station /London Rd to Fairfield
Ave. Duration:
42 min
Frequency:
Every 15 minutes

Stagecoach London

Website:
stagecoachbus.com
Bus from Forest Hill Station /London Rd to Elmers
Ave. Duration:
29 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Forest Hill to Purley?

The cheapest way to get from Forest Hill to Purley is to drive which costs $2.83 - $4.24 and takes 20 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Forest Hill to Purley?

The fastest way to get from Forest Hill to Purley is to taxi which takes 20 min and costs $26.09 - $32.61 .

Is there a direct bus between Forest Hill and Purley?

No, there is no direct bus from Forest Hill station to Purley. However, there are services departing from Forest Hill Station /London Rd and arriving at Purley / Downlands Precinct via Park Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 58 min.

Is there a direct train between Forest Hill and Purley?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Forest Hill and arriving at Purley. Services depart five times a week, and operate Monday to Friday. The journey takes approximately 22 min.

How far is it from Forest Hill to Purley?

The distance between Forest Hill and Purley is 13 km. The road distance is 14.3 km.

How do I travel from Forest Hill to Purley without a car?

The best way to get from Forest Hill to Purley without a car is to train which takes 22 min and costs $5.98 - $8.70 .

How long does it take to get from Forest Hill to Purley?

The train from Forest Hill to Purley takes 22 min including transfers and departs five times a week.

Where do I catch the Forest Hill to Purley bus from?

Forest Hill to Purley bus services, operated by London Central, depart from Forest Hill Station /London Rd.

Where do I catch the Forest Hill to Purley train from?

Forest Hill to Purley train services, operated by Southern, depart from Forest Hill station.

Train or bus from Forest Hill to Purley?

The best way to get from Forest Hill to Purley is to train which takes 22 min and costs $5.98 - $8.70 . Alternatively, you can line 197 bus and bus, which costs and takes 58 min.

Where does the Forest Hill to Purley bus arrive?

Forest Hill to Purley bus services, operated by London Central, arrive at Fairfield Halls station.

Where does the Forest Hill to Purley train arrive?

Forest Hill to Purley train services, operated by Southern, arrive at Purley station.

Can I drive from Forest Hill to Purley?

Yes, the driving distance between Forest Hill to Purley is 14 km. It takes approximately 20 min to drive from Forest Hill to Purley.

How do I get a train ticket from Forest Hill to Purley?

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Where can I stay near Purley?

There are 15475+ hotels available in Purley. Prices start at $44.36 per night.
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