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

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33

train journeys
per day

132

miles (213 kms)

2hrs 58 mins

fastest journey

03:03 / 00:11

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 2 changes)

4

operators run

4

routes

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

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On a typical weekday there are 33 scheduled rail journeys between Purley and Cardiff Central , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 33 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Purley to Cardiff Central is approximately 132 miles (213 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 36 mins.

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

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Purley to Cardiff Central. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 58 mins.

Journeys from Purley to Cardiff Central Today

  • Mon 22nd Apr
    03:03
    5 hrs 1 min 2 changes
    08:04
    Purley
    Cardiff Central
    Purley to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:04
    3 hrs 35 mins 2 changes
    08:39
    Purley
    Cardiff Central
    Purley to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:57
    3 hrs 11 mins 2 changes
    09:08
    Purley
    Cardiff Central
    Purley to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:27
    3 hrs 9 mins 2 changes
    09:36
    Purley
    Cardiff Central
    Purley to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:57
    3 hrs 13 mins 2 changes
    10:10
    Purley
    Cardiff Central
    Purley to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:28
    3 hrs 8 mins 2 changes
    10:36
    Purley
    Cardiff Central
    Purley to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:58
    3 hrs 12 mins 2 changes
    11:10
    Purley
    Cardiff Central
    Purley to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:28
    3 hrs 8 mins 2 changes
    11:36
    Purley
    Cardiff Central
    Purley to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:01
    3 hrs 10 mins 2 changes
    12:11
    Purley
    Cardiff Central
    Purley to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:27
    3 hrs 11 mins 2 changes
    12:38
    Purley
    Cardiff Central
    Purley to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:57
    3 hrs 20 mins 2 changes
    13:17
    Purley
    Cardiff Central
    Purley to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:27
    3 hrs 8 mins 2 changes
    13:35
    Purley
    Cardiff Central
    Purley to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:57
    3 hrs 9 mins 2 changes
    14:06
    Purley
    Cardiff Central
    Purley to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:27
    3 hrs 10 mins 2 changes
    14:37
    Purley
    Cardiff Central
    Purley to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:57
    3 hrs 19 mins 2 changes
    15:16
    Purley
    Cardiff Central
    Purley to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:27
    3 hrs 8 mins 2 changes
    15:35
    Purley
    Cardiff Central
    Purley to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:57
    3 hrs 10 mins 2 changes
    16:07
    Purley
    Cardiff Central
    Purley to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    13:27
    3 hrs 9 mins 2 changes
    16:36
    Purley
    Cardiff Central
    Purley to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    13:57
    3 hrs 12 mins 2 changes
    17:09
    Purley
    Cardiff Central
    Purley to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    14:27
    3 hrs 10 mins 2 changes
    17:37
    Purley
    Cardiff Central
    Purley to Cardiff Central

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

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

Frequently asked questions about trains between Purley and Cardiff Central

The travel time between Purley and Cardiff Central by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 36 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 58 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Purley and Cardiff Central vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 33 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 03:03, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:11.

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

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Purley & Cardiff Central. owever, there are 33 possible journeys which require a change.

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

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