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Trains from Elephant & Castle (EPH) to Purley (PUR)

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121

train journeys
per day

10

miles (17 kms)

43 mins

fastest journey

00:32 / 00:06

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

4

operators run

8

routes

Trains from Elephant & Castle (EPH) to Purley (PUR)

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On a typical weekday there are 121 scheduled rail journeys between Elephant & Castle and Purley , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 121 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Elephant & Castle to Purley is approximately 10 miles (17 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 51 mins.

Southern, Thameslink, South Western Railway, Southeastern are the main train operating companies running services between Elephant & Castle and Purley.

There are 8 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Elephant & Castle to Purley. The fastest journey time on this route takes 43 mins.

Journeys from Elephant & Castle to Purley Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    00:32
    1 hrs 40 mins 1 change
    02:12
    Elephant & Castle
    Purley
    Elephant & Castle to Purley
  • Mon 29th Apr
    01:32
    1 hrs 41 mins 1 change
    03:13
    Elephant & Castle
    Purley
    Elephant & Castle to Purley
  • Mon 29th Apr
    02:32
    1 hrs 40 mins 1 change
    04:12
    Elephant & Castle
    Purley
    Elephant & Castle to Purley
  • Mon 29th Apr
    03:50
    1 hrs 14 mins 1 change
    05:04
    Elephant & Castle
    Purley
    Elephant & Castle to Purley
  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:14
    43 mins 2 changes
    05:57
    Elephant & Castle
    Purley
    Elephant & Castle to Purley
  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:35
    47 mins 1 change
    06:22
    Elephant & Castle
    Purley
    Elephant & Castle to Purley
  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:44
    47 mins 2 changes
    06:31
    Elephant & Castle
    Purley
    Elephant & Castle to Purley
  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:47
    50 mins 1 change
    06:37
    Elephant & Castle
    Purley
    Elephant & Castle to Purley
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:05
    47 mins 1 change
    06:52
    Elephant & Castle
    Purley
    Elephant & Castle to Purley
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:10
    51 mins 2 changes
    07:01
    Elephant & Castle
    Purley
    Elephant & Castle to Purley
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:15
    52 mins 1 change
    07:07
    Elephant & Castle
    Purley
    Elephant & Castle to Purley
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:35
    49 mins 1 change
    07:24
    Elephant & Castle
    Purley
    Elephant & Castle to Purley
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:44
    47 mins 2 changes
    07:31
    Elephant & Castle
    Purley
    Elephant & Castle to Purley
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:45
    52 mins 1 change
    07:37
    Elephant & Castle
    Purley
    Elephant & Castle to Purley
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:05
    49 mins 1 change
    07:54
    Elephant & Castle
    Purley
    Elephant & Castle to Purley
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:14
    49 mins 2 changes
    08:03
    Elephant & Castle
    Purley
    Elephant & Castle to Purley
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:17
    50 mins 1 change
    08:07
    Elephant & Castle
    Purley
    Elephant & Castle to Purley
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:23
    44 mins 2 changes
    08:07
    Elephant & Castle
    Purley
    Elephant & Castle to Purley
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:35
    49 mins 1 change
    08:24
    Elephant & Castle
    Purley
    Elephant & Castle to Purley
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:44
    49 mins 2 changes
    08:33
    Elephant & Castle
    Purley
    Elephant & Castle to Purley

About Elephant & Castle Station

Station name Elephant & Castle (EPH)
Address Elephant & Castle station, Elephant Road, Camberwell, London, SE17 1LB
Managed by TL

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 07:00 - 20:10
Saturday 06:40 - 20:10
Sunday 09:10 - 18:40
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 Elephant & Castle and Purley

The travel time between Elephant & Castle and Purley by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 51 mins & the fastest journey takes 43 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Elephant & Castle and Purley vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 121 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 00:32, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:06.

First class tickets on trains between Elephant & Castle and Purley typically offer more space, complimentary food and drink, and other amenities compared to standard class.

Amenities on trains between Elephant & Castle 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 Elephant & Castle & Purley. owever, there are 121 possible journeys which require a change.

Southern, Thameslink, South Western Railway, Southeastern are the main train operating companies running services between Elephant & Castle and Purley.

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