

Quick ride by bicycle from Purley to South Croydon
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Purley to South Croydon
Set off from leafy Purley, a family-friendly suburb known for its peaceful vibe and classic residential streets. The route to South Croydon is around 4.4 km, making it a relaxed ride that’s mostly downhill—perfect for an easy commute or a laid-back weekend spin. You’ll cruise along mostly quiet roads (over 90%), with just the occasional stretch on busier roads, so it’s easy to find your flow.
The elevation is pretty gentle, with a bit of a climb at the start from Purley before you enjoy a gradual descent into South Croydon. You’ll pass through typical South London suburbia, with lots of tree-lined streets and a few local parks peeking through. Most of your ride is on asphalt, so expect a smooth roll pretty much the whole way.
When you arrive in South Croydon, check out its bustling high street with plenty of cozy cafés—perfect to refuel at the finish. All in all, it’s a safe, scenic route that’s great for riders of any level!
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The best bike routes from Purley to South Croydon
7 Victoria Ave, South Croydon to 5 Station Approach, South Croydon
Cycling route in Purley, England, United Kingdom
- 1 km
- Distance
- 13 m
- Ascent
- 10 m
- Descent
28 Olden Lane, Purley to 2 Pegasus Road, Croydon
Cycling route in Purley, England, United Kingdom
- 6.1 km
- Distance
- 35 m
- Ascent
- 49 m
- Descent
5 Dale Court, Dale Road, Purley to 6 Pegasus Road, Croydon
Cycling route in Purley, England, United Kingdom
- 5.3 km
- Distance
- 59 m
- Ascent
- 73 m
- Descent
32 Olden Lane, Purley to 6 Pegasus Road, Croydon
Cycling route in Purley, England, United Kingdom
- 6.1 km
- Distance
- 98 m
- Ascent
- 108 m
- Descent
24 Dale Road, Purley to Swift Centre, 41 Imperial Way, Croydon
Cycling route in Purley, England, United Kingdom
- 3.7 km
- Distance
- 129 m
- Ascent
- 65 m
- Descent
32 Olden Lane, Purley to 6 Pegasus Road, Croydon
Cycling route in Purley, England, United Kingdom
- 5.5 km
- Distance
- 71 m
- Ascent
- 85 m
- Descent
5 Dale Court, Dale Road, Purley to 2 Pegasus Road, Croydon
Cycling route in Purley, England, United Kingdom
- 6.1 km
- Distance
- 60 m
- Ascent
- 74 m
- Descent
Home to Work Route 1
Cycling route in Purley, England, United Kingdom
- 6.4 km
- Distance
- 89 m
- Ascent
- 101 m
- Descent
5 Dale Court, Dale Road, Purley to 6 Pegasus Road, Croydon
Cycling route in Purley, England, United Kingdom
- 6.2 km
- Distance
- 95 m
- Ascent
- 108 m
- Descent
5 Dale Court, Dale Road, Purley to 6 Pegasus Road, Croydon
Cycling route in Purley, England, United Kingdom
- 6.2 km
- Distance
- 38 m
- Ascent
- 55 m
- Descent
28 Olden Lane, Purley to 6 Pegasus Road, Croydon
Cycling route in Purley, England, United Kingdom
- 6.2 km
- Distance
- 39 m
- Ascent
- 59 m
- Descent
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- Recovered Route
- Distance
- 3.6 km
- Ascent
- 51 m
- Descent
- 66 m
- Location
- Purley, England, United Kingdom
- 24 Dale Road, Purley to Swift Centre, 41 Imperial Way, Croydon
- Distance
- 3.7 km
- Ascent
- 129 m
- Descent
- 65 m
- Location
- Purley, England, United Kingdom
- 32 Olden Lane, Purley to 6 Pegasus Road, Croydon
- Distance
- 5.5 km
- Ascent
- 71 m
- Descent
- 85 m
- Location
- Purley, England, United Kingdom
- 5 Dale Court, Dale Road, Purley to 2 Pegasus Road, Croydon
- Distance
- 6.1 km
- Ascent
- 60 m
- Descent
- 74 m
- Location
- Purley, England, United Kingdom
- Home to Work Route 1
- Distance
- 6.4 km
- Ascent
- 89 m
- Descent
- 101 m
- Location
- Purley, England, United Kingdom
- 5 Dale Court, Dale Road, Purley to 6 Pegasus Road, Croydon
- Distance
- 6.2 km
- Ascent
- 95 m
- Descent
- 108 m
- Location
- Purley, England, United Kingdom
- 5 Dale Court, Dale Road, Purley to 6 Pegasus Road, Croydon
- Distance
- 6.2 km
- Ascent
- 38 m
- Descent
- 55 m
- Location
- Purley, England, United Kingdom
- 28 Olden Lane, Purley to 6 Pegasus Road, Croydon
- Distance
- 6.2 km
- Ascent
- 39 m
- Descent
- 59 m
- Location
- Purley, England, United Kingdom