How to get from Purley to Woolwich by train?

By train

To get from Purley to Woolwich in London, take the SOUTHERN train from Purley station to London Bridge station. Next, take the THAMESLINK train from London Bridge station to Woolwich Arsenal station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 53 min. The ride fare is £11.20.

53min£11.20
Train - SOUTHERN
Train - THAMESLINK
Leaves from Purley

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Purley
  • 2
    Train - SOUTHERN
    Wait for train
    SOUTHERN
    London Bridge
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    London Bridge
    23 min
  • 4
    Train - THAMESLINK
    Wait for train
    THAMESLINK
    Rainham (Kent)
  • 5
    Ride to train station Woolwich Arsenal
    Ride to train station
    Woolwich Arsenal
    22 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route by train via THAMESLINK and SOUTHEASTERN

To get from Purley to Woolwich in London, take the THAMESLINK train from Purley station to London Bridge station. Next, take the SOUTHEASTERN train from London Bridge station to Woolwich Arsenal station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 56 min. The ride fare is £11.20.

56min£11.20
Train - THAMESLINK
Train - SOUTHEASTERN
Leaves from Purley

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Purley
  • 2
    Train - THAMESLINK
    Wait for train
    THAMESLINK
    Bedford
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    London Bridge
    22 min
  • 4
    Train - SOUTHEASTERN
    Wait for train
    SOUTHEASTERN
    London Cannon Street
  • 5
    Ride to train station Woolwich Arsenal
    Ride to train station
    Woolwich Arsenal
    23 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Purley to Woolwich

The distance between Purley, London and Woolwich, London is approximately 20.89 mi, which can typically be travelled in 53 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Purley to Woolwich by train, so no matter how you choose to travel in London – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Public transport stations close to Purley

Purley is located at Purley, London and the nearest public transport station is Foxley Hill Road (S).

Train stations close to Purley:

  • Kenley
  • Riddlesdown
  • Coulsdon South

Bus stations close to Purley:

  • Foxley Hill Road (S)
  • Foxley Hill Road (N)
  • Foxley Hill Road (Q)

Public transport stations close to Woolwich, London

Woolwich is located at Woolwich, London and the nearest public transport station is Woolwich Arsenal Station (H).

Train stations close to Woolwich:

  • Woolwich
  • Woolwich Arsenal

Bus stations close to Woolwich:

  • Woolwich Arsenal Station (H)
  • Woolwich Arsenal Station (Q)
  • Woolwich Arsenal Station (N)

River Bus stations close to Woolwich:

  • Woolwich Ferry South Pier
  • Woolwich Arsenal Pier

DLR stations close to Woolwich:

  • Woolwich Arsenal

Related Routes

Alternative route by train via THAMESLINK and SOUTHEASTERN

To get from Purley to Woolwich in London, take the THAMESLINK train from Purley station to London Bridge station. Next, take the SOUTHEASTERN train from London Bridge station to Woolwich Arsenal station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 56 min. The ride fare is £11.20.

56min£11.20
Train - THAMESLINK
Train - SOUTHEASTERN
Leaves from Purley

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Purley
  • 2
    Train - THAMESLINK
    Wait for train
    THAMESLINK
    Bedford
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    London Bridge
    22 min
  • 4
    Train - SOUTHEASTERN
    Wait for train
    SOUTHEASTERN
    London Cannon Street
  • 5
    Ride to train station Woolwich Arsenal
    Ride to train station
    Woolwich Arsenal
    23 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 53 minutes, using Bus line SOUTHERN, Bus line THAMESLINK.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Purley to Woolwich?

    The alternative route takes 56 minutes, using Bus line THAMESLINK, Bus line SOUTHEASTERN.

  • Is there a direct train between Purley and Woolwich in London?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 53 min.

  • Which train line goes from Purley to Woolwich in London?

    The SOUTHERN train line goes from London Bridge station near Purley to London Bridge station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till London Bridge station near Woolwich in London

  • How long does it take to travel from Purley to Woolwich in London by train?

    The total travel time between Purley and Woolwich in London by train is about 53 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Purley to get to Woolwich in London?

    Get on the SOUTHERN train from the London Bridge station near Purley in London.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Purley and Woolwich in London?

    Get off the train at the London Bridge station, which is closest to Woolwich in London.

  • How much is the train fare from Purley to Woolwich?

    The ride from Purley to Woolwich costs £11.20.

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