Take the train from Peckham to Purley in 36 minutes
If you want to travel from Peckham to Purley by train, you've come to the right place.
You can expect the journey from Peckham to Purley by train to take around 39 minutes. If you want to get there as quickly as possible, it can take as little as 36 minutes on the fastest services. You'll usually find around 67 trains per day running on this route, which spans 10 miles (16 km). There's no need for any changes along the way, as there are direct trains available to Purley. You can travel with Southern trains during your journey, as they are the main operator of services on this route.
Train tickets from Peckham 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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Cheap train tickets from Peckham to Purley
Book in advance
Look out for Advance tickets – they usually come out up to 12 weeks before the departure date and can be cheaper than buying on the day. If you’re here a tad early, sign up for our Advance ticket alert today to get notified when your tickets are released.
Consider a Season Ticket
If you catch this train more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket for Peckham to Purley is right for you.
Use your Railcard
National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel a few times or more in a year. Find out how you can save with a National Railcard here.
Split your tickets
Download our app to find split tickets — courtesy of SplitSave, our handy feature which 'splits' your train tickets where possible to find you a better deal. Learn more about the clever tech behind split tickets, and how to spot SplitSave discounts in our app.
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