Birmingham to Purley by train
| First train | 04:30 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 20:36 | |
| Departure station | Birmingham | |
| Arrival station | Purley | |
| Journey time | From 2h 33m | |
| Distance | 110 miles (177 km) | |
| Frequency | 10 trains per day | |
| Changes | 2 changes | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, South Western Railway, Avanti West Coast, Thameslink, Southern |
Take the train from Birmingham to Purley in 2 hours 33 minutes
If you want to travel from Birmingham to Purley by train, you've come to the right place.
You can expect the journey from Birmingham to Purley by train to take around 3 hours 12 minutes. If you want to get there as quickly as possible, it can take as little as 2 hours 33 minutes on the fastest services. You'll usually find around 10 trains per day running on this route, which spans 110 miles (177 km). You'll have to make 2 changes along the way on your journey to Purley. You can travel on this route with either Avanti West Coast, Great Western Railway or South Western Railway. As the main train operators on this route, all offer comfortable seating and plenty of space for luggage as standard.
Train tickets from Birmingham to Purley are usually cheaper when you book in advance compared to buying them on the day. Travelling during Off-Peak times or using a Railcard can also help you save money on train travel. Start a search in our Journey Planner to check out the latest prices.
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