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Trains from Purley (PUR) to Reading West

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41

train journeys
per day

38

miles (62 kms)

1hrs 34 mins

fastest journey

02:03 / 00:11

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

5

operators run

8

routes

Trains from Purley (PUR) to Reading West

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On a typical weekday there are 41 scheduled rail journeys between Purley and Reading West , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 41 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Purley to Reading West is approximately 38 miles (62 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs 4 mins.

Southern, Thameslink, GWR, South Western Railway, Elizabeth Line are the main train operating companies running services between Purley and Reading West.

There are 8 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Purley to Reading West. The fastest journey time on this route takes 1hrs 34 mins.

Journeys from Purley to Reading West Today

  • Mon 3rd Jun
    02:03
    3 hrs 16 mins 3 changes
    05:19
    Purley
    Reading West
    Purley to Reading West
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    03:03
    3 hrs 13 mins 3 changes
    06:16
    Purley
    Reading West
    Purley to Reading West
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    04:03
    2 hrs 36 mins 3 changes
    06:39
    Purley
    Reading West
    Purley to Reading West
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    05:04
    2 hrs 8 mins 2 changes
    07:12
    Purley
    Reading West
    Purley to Reading West
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    05:57
    1 hrs 44 mins 3 changes
    07:41
    Purley
    Reading West
    Purley to Reading West
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    06:27
    1 hrs 40 mins 3 changes
    08:07
    Purley
    Reading West
    Purley to Reading West
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    06:57
    2 hrs 5 mins 2 changes
    09:02
    Purley
    Reading West
    Purley to Reading West
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    07:28
    1 hrs 47 mins 3 changes
    09:15
    Purley
    Reading West
    Purley to Reading West
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    07:58
    1 hrs 38 mins 3 changes
    09:36
    Purley
    Reading West
    Purley to Reading West
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    08:28
    1 hrs 42 mins 3 changes
    10:10
    Purley
    Reading West
    Purley to Reading West
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    08:57
    1 hrs 39 mins 3 changes
    10:36
    Purley
    Reading West
    Purley to Reading West
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    09:27
    1 hrs 43 mins 3 changes
    11:10
    Purley
    Reading West
    Purley to Reading West
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    09:57
    1 hrs 38 mins 3 changes
    11:35
    Purley
    Reading West
    Purley to Reading West
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    10:27
    1 hrs 41 mins 3 changes
    12:08
    Purley
    Reading West
    Purley to Reading West
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    10:57
    1 hrs 40 mins 3 changes
    12:37
    Purley
    Reading West
    Purley to Reading West
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    11:27
    1 hrs 44 mins 3 changes
    13:11
    Purley
    Reading West
    Purley to Reading West
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    11:57
    1 hrs 38 mins 3 changes
    13:35
    Purley
    Reading West
    Purley to Reading West
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    12:27
    1 hrs 43 mins 3 changes
    14:10
    Purley
    Reading West
    Purley to Reading West
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    12:57
    1 hrs 38 mins 3 changes
    14:35
    Purley
    Reading West
    Purley to Reading West
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    13:27
    1 hrs 41 mins 3 changes
    15:08
    Purley
    Reading West
    Purley to Reading West

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 Reading West Station

Station name Reading West (RDW)
Address Reading West station, Oxford Road, Reading, Berkshire, RG1 7PY
Managed by GW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:30 - 10:45
Weekend Closed
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

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

Frequently asked questions about trains between Purley and Reading West

The travel time between Purley and Reading West by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 2hrs 4 mins & the fastest journey takes 1hrs 34 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Purley and Reading West vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 41 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 02:03, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:11.

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Amenities on trains between Purley and Reading West 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 & Reading West. owever, there are 41 possible journeys which require a change.

Southern, Thameslink, GWR, South Western Railway, Elizabeth Line are the main train operating companies running services between Purley and Reading West.

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