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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Purley to Forest Hill

Composite routes from Purley to Forest Hill

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Transport providers

Train operators

Southern

Phone:
+44 3451 27 29 20
Website:
southernrailway.com/
Train from Purley to Forest
Ave. Duration:
25 min
Frequency:
5 times a week
Estimated price:
$6.96–$10.13
Train from Purley to Norwood
Ave. Duration:
13 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$5.95–$8.23
Train from Purley to London
Ave. Duration:
28 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$9.49–$13.92
Train from London Bridge to Forest
Ave. Duration:
14 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$6.33–$8.86

Thameslink

Phone:
0345 026 4700
Website:
thameslinkrailway.com/
Train from Purley to Norwood
Ave. Duration:
10 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$3.42–$9.49
Train from Purley to London
Ave. Duration:
22 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$9.49–$21.52

Bus operators

Arriva UK

Phone:
0344 800 44 11
Website:
arrivabus.co.uk/
Bus from Purley / Downlands Precinct to St
Ave. Duration:
17 min
Frequency:
Every 10 minutes
Estimated price:
$2.96
Bus from Purley Station to Elmers
Ave. Duration:
1h 6m
Frequency:
Every 15 minutes
Estimated price:
$2.96

Transport UK

Phone:
+44 20 7788 8550
Email:
customer.care@abellio.co.uk
Website:
transportukbus.com/
Bus from Purley / Downlands Precinct to St
Ave. Duration:
17 min
Frequency:
Every 10 minutes

London Central

Phone:
0343 222 1234
Website:
tfl.gov.uk/
Bus from Norwood Junction Station to Forest
Ave. Duration:
25 min
Frequency:
Every 15 minutes
Bus from Park Lane / Fairfield Halls to Forest
Ave. Duration:
43 min
Frequency:
Every 15 minutes

Stagecoach London

Email:
customer.services@stagecoachbus.com
Website:
stagecoachbus.com
Bus from Elmers End Green to Forest
Ave. Duration:
32 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Purley to Forest Hill is to drive which costs $2.83 - $4.24 and takes 21 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Purley to Forest Hill is to taxi which takes 21 min and costs $27.17 - $32.61 .

Is there a direct bus between Purley and Forest Hill?

No, there is no direct bus from Purley to Forest Hill station. However, there are services departing from Purley / Downlands Precinct and arriving at Forest Hill Station /London Rd via Park Lane / Fairfield Halls. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 8m.

Is there a direct train between Purley and Forest Hill?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Purley and arriving at Forest Hill. Services depart five times a week, and operate Monday to Friday. The journey takes approximately 25 min.

How far is it from Purley to Forest Hill?

The distance between Purley and Forest Hill is 13 km. The road distance is 14.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Purley to Forest Hill without a car is to train which takes 25 min and costs $5.98 - $8.70 .

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

The train from Purley to Forest Hill takes 25 min including transfers and departs five times a week.

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

Purley to Forest Hill bus services, operated by Arriva UK, depart from Purley / Downlands Precinct station.

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

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

Train or bus from Purley to Forest Hill?

The best way to get from Purley to Forest Hill is to train which takes 25 min and costs $5.98 - $8.70 . Alternatively, you can bus and line 197 bus, which costs and takes 1h 8m.

Where does the Purley to Forest Hill bus arrive?

Purley to Forest Hill bus services, operated by Arriva UK, arrive at St George's Walk / Croydon Town Centre station.

Where does the Purley to Forest Hill train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Purley to Forest Hill?

Yes, the driving distance between Purley to Forest Hill is 14 km. It takes approximately 21 min to drive from Purley to Forest Hill.

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

Book your Purley to Forest Hill train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Forest Hill?

There are 17933+ hotels available in Forest Hill. Prices start at $44.36 per night.
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