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Trains from Harpenden (HPD) to Purley (PUR)

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84

train journeys
per day

34

miles (55 kms)

1hrs 2 mins

fastest journey

00:17 / 23:57

first / last train

37

direct trains

2

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Harpenden (HPD) to Purley (PUR)

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On a typical weekday there are 84 scheduled rail journeys between Harpenden and Purley , with 37 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 47 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Harpenden to Purley is approximately 34 miles (55 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 1hrs 10 mins.

Southern, Thameslink are the main train operating companies running services between Harpenden and Purley.

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Harpenden to Purley. The fastest journey time on this route takes 1hrs 2 mins.

Journeys from Harpenden to Purley Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    00:17
    1 hrs 17 mins Direct
    01:34
    Harpenden
    Purley
    Harpenden to Purley
  • Mon 29th Apr
    00:49
    1 hrs 23 mins Direct
    02:12
    Harpenden
    Purley
    Harpenden to Purley
  • Mon 29th Apr
    01:49
    1 hrs 24 mins Direct
    03:13
    Harpenden
    Purley
    Harpenden to Purley
  • Mon 29th Apr
    02:49
    1 hrs 23 mins Direct
    04:12
    Harpenden
    Purley
    Harpenden to Purley
  • Mon 29th Apr
    03:49
    1 hrs 23 mins Direct
    05:12
    Harpenden
    Purley
    Harpenden to Purley
  • Mon 29th Apr
    04:47
    1 hrs 10 mins 1 change
    05:57
    Harpenden
    Purley
    Harpenden to Purley
  • Mon 29th Apr
    04:58
    1 hrs 24 mins 1 change
    06:22
    Harpenden
    Purley
    Harpenden to Purley
  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:17
    1 hrs 14 mins 1 change
    06:31
    Harpenden
    Purley
    Harpenden to Purley
  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:28
    1 hrs 24 mins 1 change
    06:52
    Harpenden
    Purley
    Harpenden to Purley
  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:49
    1 hrs 12 mins 1 change
    07:01
    Harpenden
    Purley
    Harpenden to Purley
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:08
    1 hrs 16 mins 1 change
    07:24
    Harpenden
    Purley
    Harpenden to Purley
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:22
    1 hrs 9 mins 1 change
    07:31
    Harpenden
    Purley
    Harpenden to Purley
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:34
    1 hrs 20 mins 1 change
    07:54
    Harpenden
    Purley
    Harpenden to Purley
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:52
    1 hrs 11 mins 1 change
    08:03
    Harpenden
    Purley
    Harpenden to Purley
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:58
    1 hrs 9 mins 1 change
    08:07
    Harpenden
    Purley
    Harpenden to Purley
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:05
    1 hrs 19 mins 1 change
    08:24
    Harpenden
    Purley
    Harpenden to Purley
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:22
    1 hrs 11 mins 1 change
    08:33
    Harpenden
    Purley
    Harpenden to Purley
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:28
    1 hrs 9 mins 1 change
    08:37
    Harpenden
    Purley
    Harpenden to Purley
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:35
    1 hrs 8 mins Direct
    08:43
    Harpenden
    Purley
    Harpenden to Purley
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:58
    1 hrs 2 mins Direct
    09:00
    Harpenden
    Purley
    Harpenden to Purley

About Harpenden Station

Station name Harpenden (HPD)
Address Harpenden station, Station Road, Harpenden, Hertfordshire, AL5 4SP
Managed by TL

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:45 - 20:15
Saturday 06:15 - 19:15
Sunday 07:15 - 20:15
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 Unavailable

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 Harpenden and Purley

The travel time between Harpenden and Purley by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 1hrs 10 mins & the fastest journey takes 1hrs 2 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Harpenden and Purley vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 84 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 00:17, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:57.

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

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Yes! There are usually around 37 direct services per day from Harpenden to Purley

Southern, Thameslink are the main train operating companies running services between Harpenden and Purley.

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