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It takes an average of 33m to travel from Purley to London by train, over a distance of around 12 miles (19 km). There are normally 255 trains per day travelling from Purley to London and tickets for this journey start from £9.40 when you book in advance.
Taking the train from Purley to London in 20 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Purley to London? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 33 minutes to travel the 12 miles (19 km) from Purley to London by train, although you can get there in as little as 20 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 255 trains per day running on this route. You won't need to worry about making any changes along the way either as direct trains are available. During your journey, you'll either be travelling with Thameslink or Southern, as they are the main operators of services on this route.
Book train tickets from Purley to London in advance instead of buying them on the day and they can start from £9.40. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices in our Journey Planner, for example when you travel at Off-Peak times or use a Railcard.
If you're feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to London by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.
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Want to know more about your journey from Purley to London? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.
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How do I find cheap train tickets from Purley to London?
As most UK train companies increase their prices as the departure date approaches, our Trainline team of experts have put together these tips to help you find the cheapest tickets.
1. Book in advance
2. Sign up to Ticket Alert
3. Use a Railcard
4. Book split tickets
5. Travel Off-Peak
6. Consider a Season Ticket
For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.