Purley to Croydon by train

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Overview: trains from Purley to Croydon

Find the key information for travelling by train from Purley to Croydon, including journey times, fares and operators serving the route. Compare your options and plan the journey that works for you with Rail Europe.

First train 05:11 View journey
Last train 23:42 View journey
Avg changes 0
Fastest journey 4m View journey
Distance (km) 3
Trains / day 122 View all
Cheapest journey US$4.43 View journey
Avg journey time 6m
Train operators 2

Travelling by train from Purley to Croydon

Ready to travel from Purley to Croydon by train? Whether it’s your first time or you’re a seasoned train traveller, this guide will provide you with all the essential information you need for a smooth, enjoyable ride.

Train travel between Purley and Croydon: train ticket prices

Cost of train tickets from Purley to Croydon:

  • Cheapest tickets: US$4.43

  • Cost of tickets when booked 30 days in advance:

  • Cost of tickets when booked 7 days in advance:

Tickets go on sale 5 and a half months in advance.

Train times for travel from Purley to Croydon

During the week, the earliest departure time is at 05:11 and the last departure is 23:18. On weekends, the first train departs at 05:24 and the last train leaves at 23:42. On average, a total of 122 trains make this journey each day.

What are the travel time and distance for trains from Purley to Croydon?

On this route spanning 3 kilometres in total, the fastest journey takes 4 minutes.

How early can you book train tickets from Purley to Croydon?

Tickets on this route typically go on sale 5 and a half months in advance. Booking early gives you access to the most competitive prices and ample seating options.

More information on train travel from Purley to Croydon

Want to know more about train travel in Europe? Explore our help articles for guidance on booking, travel discounts, class of service and much more. Need some travel inspiration? Check out our Croydon city guide to get you started.

FAQs about the train journey from Purley to Croydon

Want to know more about your journey from Purley to Croydon? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

The trip from Purley to Croydon covers a distance of 3 kilometres.

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Child and youth passengers

The definition of "Child" and "Youth" varies by country and operator. This is why we ask for the age of young passengers.

Sometimes children below a certain age can travel without a seat for free. If you want to guarantee a seat for child passengers, enter '6' as the age of the child.

Read more about child and youth passenger ages. See also youth discounts and railcards.