🚌 Bus from Purley to Forestdale
1 direct route · about 28 min · first bus 07:00, last bus 19:45 (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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 359 | Metrobus | ~28 min | 36 | 07:00 | 19:45 | Purley / Downlands Precinct (Stop G) |
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 Forestdale?
The 359 (Metrobus) runs directly from Purley to Forestdale.
How long does the bus take from Purley to Forestdale?
Around 28 minutes on the 359, depending on time of day and traffic.
What time is the first and last bus from Purley to Forestdale?
On weekdays the first direct bus (the 359) leaves around 07:00 and the last around 19:45. Check the route timetable for weekends.
How much is the bus from Purley to Forestdale?
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.