🚌 Bus from Purley to Elmers End
1 direct route · about 65 min · first bus 00:00, last bus 23:00 (weekdays).
💷 London buses have a flat £1.75 fare with contactless or Oyster — the Hopper fare covers unlimited bus and tram changes within an hour, with daily caps. Cash isn't accepted. Who travels free →
Direct routes
| Route | Operator | Journey time | Weekday journeys | First | Last | Board at |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 289 | Arriva London | ~65 min | 150 | 00:00 | 23:00 | Purley Station (Stop H) |
Times are for the first boarding point in Purley on each route's weekday timetable — open the route for the full timetable, live map and every stop.
Frequently asked questions
Which bus goes from Purley to Elmers End?
The 289 (Arriva London) runs directly from Purley to Elmers End.
How long does the bus take from Purley to Elmers End?
Around 65 minutes on the 289, depending on time of day and traffic.
What time is the first and last bus from Purley to Elmers End?
On weekdays the first direct bus (the 289) leaves around 00:00 and the last around 23:00. Check the route timetable for weekends.
How much is the bus from Purley to Elmers End?
London buses have a flat £1.75 fare with contactless or Oyster — the Hopper fare covers unlimited bus and tram changes within an hour, with daily caps. Cash isn't accepted.