Trains to Purley from York
| First train | 09:02 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 19:58 | |
| Departure station | York | |
| Arrival station | Purley | |
| Journey time | From 2h 44m | |
| Distance | 186 miles (299 km) | |
| Frequency | 1 train per day | |
| Changes | 2 changes | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, TransPennine Express, East Midlands Railway, Thameslink, London North Eastern Railway, Southern |
Travelling from York to Purley by train
Looking to travel from York to Purley by train? You've come to the right place!
On average, it takes around 6 hours 48 minutes to travel from York to Purley by train, the fastest services can get you there in as little as 2 hours 44 minutes though. You'll usually find 1 train per day running along the 186 miles (299 km) route between these two destinations. You'll need to make 2 changes during the journey to Purley, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. You can choose to travel with London North Eastern Railway, East Midlands Railway or Thameslink to get to Purley. As the main rail operators on this route, their trains offer modern comfortable seating and plenty of space for luggage as standard.
To help you get great train deals, we'll highlight the cheapest train ticket prices from York to Purley in our Journey Planner. Just remember, as well as travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard, the sooner you book your tickets, the more you'll save!
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The price of train tickets from York to Purley starts at one-way for a Standard Class ticket if you book in advance. Booking on the day is usually more expensive and costs can vary depending on the time of day, route or class.
1. Book in advance
2. Consider a Season Ticket
3. Use your Railcard
4. Split your tickets
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