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Trains from Purley (PUR) to Christchurch (CHR)

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40

train journeys
per day

83

miles (134 kms)

2hrs 25 mins

fastest journey

04:03 / 00:11

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

3

operators run

6

routes

Trains from Purley (PUR) to Christchurch (CHR)

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On a typical weekday there are 40 scheduled rail journeys between Purley and Christchurch , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 40 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Purley to Christchurch is approximately 83 miles (134 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs 55 mins.

Southern, Thameslink, South Western Railway are the main train operating companies running services between Purley and Christchurch.

There are 6 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Purley to Christchurch. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 25 mins.

Journeys from Purley to Christchurch Today

  • Mon 3rd Jun
    04:03
    3 hrs 33 mins 2 changes
    07:36
    Purley
    Christchurch
    Purley to Christchurch
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    05:52
    2 hrs 46 mins 1 change
    08:38
    Purley
    Christchurch
    Purley to Christchurch
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    05:57
    2 hrs 41 mins 2 changes
    08:38
    Purley
    Christchurch
    Purley to Christchurch
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    06:24
    2 hrs 38 mins 1 change
    09:02
    Purley
    Christchurch
    Purley to Christchurch
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    06:27
    2 hrs 35 mins 2 changes
    09:02
    Purley
    Christchurch
    Purley to Christchurch
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    07:24
    2 hrs 29 mins 1 change
    09:53
    Purley
    Christchurch
    Purley to Christchurch
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    07:28
    2 hrs 25 mins 2 changes
    09:53
    Purley
    Christchurch
    Purley to Christchurch
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    08:24
    2 hrs 29 mins 1 change
    10:53
    Purley
    Christchurch
    Purley to Christchurch
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    08:28
    2 hrs 25 mins 2 changes
    10:53
    Purley
    Christchurch
    Purley to Christchurch
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    09:24
    2 hrs 29 mins 1 change
    11:53
    Purley
    Christchurch
    Purley to Christchurch
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    09:27
    2 hrs 26 mins 2 changes
    11:53
    Purley
    Christchurch
    Purley to Christchurch
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    10:24
    2 hrs 29 mins 1 change
    12:53
    Purley
    Christchurch
    Purley to Christchurch
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    10:27
    2 hrs 26 mins 2 changes
    12:53
    Purley
    Christchurch
    Purley to Christchurch
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    11:24
    2 hrs 29 mins 1 change
    13:53
    Purley
    Christchurch
    Purley to Christchurch
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    11:27
    2 hrs 26 mins 2 changes
    13:53
    Purley
    Christchurch
    Purley to Christchurch
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    12:24
    2 hrs 29 mins 1 change
    14:53
    Purley
    Christchurch
    Purley to Christchurch
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    12:27
    2 hrs 26 mins 2 changes
    14:53
    Purley
    Christchurch
    Purley to Christchurch
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    13:24
    2 hrs 29 mins 1 change
    15:53
    Purley
    Christchurch
    Purley to Christchurch
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    13:27
    2 hrs 26 mins 2 changes
    15:53
    Purley
    Christchurch
    Purley to Christchurch
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    14:24
    2 hrs 41 mins 1 change
    17:05
    Purley
    Christchurch
    Purley to Christchurch

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 Christchurch Station

Station name Christchurch (CHR)
Address Christchurch station, Stour Road, Christchurch, Dorset, BH23 1PL
Managed by SW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:00 - 12:55
Saturday 07:00 - 14:00
Sunday 08:45 - 12:45
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

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

Frequently asked questions about trains between Purley and Christchurch

The travel time between Purley and Christchurch by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 2hrs 55 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 25 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Purley and Christchurch vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 40 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 04:03, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:11.

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Amenities on trains between Purley and Christchurch 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 & Christchurch. owever, there are 40 possible journeys which require a change.

Southern, Thameslink, South Western Railway are the main train operating companies running services between Purley and Christchurch.

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