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Trains from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Purley (PUR)

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30

train journeys
per day

132

miles (213 kms)

2hrs 49 mins

fastest journey

05:07 / 23:24

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 2 changes)

4

operators run

3

routes

Trains from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Purley (PUR)

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On a typical weekday there are 30 scheduled rail journeys between Cardiff Central and Purley , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 30 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Cardiff Central to Purley is approximately 132 miles (213 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 9 mins.

Elizabeth Line, Thameslink, GWR, Southern are the main train operating companies running services between Cardiff Central and Purley.

There are 3 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Cardiff Central to Purley. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 49 mins.

Journeys from Cardiff Central to Purley Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:07
    3 hrs 17 mins 2 changes
    08:24
    Cardiff Central
    Purley
    Cardiff Central to Purley
  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:54
    3 hrs 6 mins 2 changes
    09:00
    Cardiff Central
    Purley
    Cardiff Central to Purley
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:23
    3 hrs 8 mins 2 changes
    09:31
    Cardiff Central
    Purley
    Cardiff Central to Purley
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:53
    3 hrs 8 mins 2 changes
    10:01
    Cardiff Central
    Purley
    Cardiff Central to Purley
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:23
    3 hrs 9 mins 2 changes
    10:32
    Cardiff Central
    Purley
    Cardiff Central to Purley
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:55
    3 hrs 6 mins 2 changes
    11:01
    Cardiff Central
    Purley
    Cardiff Central to Purley
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:17
    3 hrs 15 mins 2 changes
    11:32
    Cardiff Central
    Purley
    Cardiff Central to Purley
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:37
    3 hrs 6 mins 2 changes
    11:43
    Cardiff Central
    Purley
    Cardiff Central to Purley
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:18
    3 hrs 13 mins 2 changes
    12:31
    Cardiff Central
    Purley
    Cardiff Central to Purley
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:50
    3 hrs 11 mins 2 changes
    13:01
    Cardiff Central
    Purley
    Cardiff Central to Purley
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:18
    2 hrs 55 mins 2 changes
    13:13
    Cardiff Central
    Purley
    Cardiff Central to Purley
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:41
    3 hrs 20 mins 2 changes
    14:01
    Cardiff Central
    Purley
    Cardiff Central to Purley
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:18
    2 hrs 55 mins 2 changes
    14:13
    Cardiff Central
    Purley
    Cardiff Central to Purley
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:50
    3 hrs 11 mins 2 changes
    15:01
    Cardiff Central
    Purley
    Cardiff Central to Purley
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:18
    3 hrs 14 mins 2 changes
    15:32
    Cardiff Central
    Purley
    Cardiff Central to Purley
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:54
    3 hrs 7 mins 2 changes
    16:01
    Cardiff Central
    Purley
    Cardiff Central to Purley
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:18
    3 hrs 13 mins 2 changes
    16:31
    Cardiff Central
    Purley
    Cardiff Central to Purley
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:52
    3 hrs 9 mins 2 changes
    17:01
    Cardiff Central
    Purley
    Cardiff Central to Purley
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:18
    2 hrs 55 mins 2 changes
    17:13
    Cardiff Central
    Purley
    Cardiff Central to Purley
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:54
    2 hrs 49 mins 2 changes
    17:43
    Cardiff Central
    Purley
    Cardiff Central to Purley

About Cardiff Central Station

Station name Cardiff Central (CDF)
Address Cardiff Central Station, Central Square, Cardiff, Cardiff, CF10 1EP
Managed by AW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:40 - 21:30
Saturday 05:40 - 21:30
Sunday 07:30 - 21:30
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Available
ATM Machine Available

About Purley Station

Station name Purley (PUR)
Address Purley station, Station Approach, Whytecliffe Road, Purley, London, CR2 2AP
Managed by SN

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:55 - 20:05
Saturday 05:55 - 20:25
Sunday 08:00 - 16:45
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Unavailable
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Available
ATM Machine Available

Frequently asked questions about trains between Cardiff Central and Purley

The travel time between Cardiff Central and Purley by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 9 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 49 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Cardiff Central and Purley vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 30 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:07, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:24.

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Amenities on trains between Cardiff Central and Purley can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Cardiff Central & Purley. owever, there are 30 possible journeys which require a change.

Elizabeth Line, Thameslink, GWR, Southern are the main train operating companies running services between Cardiff Central and Purley.

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between Cardiff Central and Purley, but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.