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Trains from Purley (PUR) to Canterbury West (CBW)

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43

train journeys
per day

51

miles (82 kms)

1hrs 44 mins

fastest journey

05:02 / 00:01

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

3

operators run

8

routes

Trains from Purley (PUR) to Canterbury West (CBW)

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On a typical weekday there are 43 scheduled rail journeys between Purley and Canterbury West , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 43 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Purley to Canterbury West is approximately 51 miles (82 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs 22 mins.

Southern, Thameslink, Southeastern are the main train operating companies running services between Purley and Canterbury West.

There are 8 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Purley to Canterbury West. The fastest journey time on this route takes 1hrs 44 mins.

Journeys from Purley to Canterbury West Today

  • Mon 13th May
    05:02
    2 hrs 36 mins 1 change
    07:38
    Purley
    Canterbury West
    Purley to Canterbury West
  • Mon 13th May
    05:11
    2 hrs 27 mins 2 changes
    07:38
    Purley
    Canterbury West
    Purley to Canterbury West
  • Mon 13th May
    05:57
    2 hrs 20 mins 2 changes
    08:17
    Purley
    Canterbury West
    Purley to Canterbury West
  • Mon 13th May
    06:27
    2 hrs 3 mins 1 change
    08:30
    Purley
    Canterbury West
    Purley to Canterbury West
  • Mon 13th May
    06:57
    2 hrs 14 mins 1 change - overtaken train
    09:11
    Purley
    Canterbury West
    Purley to Canterbury West
  • Mon 13th May
    07:02
    2 hrs 9 mins 2 changes
    09:11
    Purley
    Canterbury West
    Purley to Canterbury West
  • Mon 13th May
    07:28
    2 hrs 3 mins 1 change
    09:31
    Purley
    Canterbury West
    Purley to Canterbury West
  • Mon 13th May
    07:58
    2 hrs 13 mins 1 change
    10:11
    Purley
    Canterbury West
    Purley to Canterbury West
  • Mon 13th May
    08:28
    2 hrs 2 mins 1 change
    10:30
    Purley
    Canterbury West
    Purley to Canterbury West
  • Mon 13th May
    08:57
    2 hrs 14 mins 1 change - overtaken train
    11:11
    Purley
    Canterbury West
    Purley to Canterbury West
  • Mon 13th May
    09:04
    2 hrs 7 mins 2 changes
    11:11
    Purley
    Canterbury West
    Purley to Canterbury West
  • Mon 13th May
    09:27
    2 hrs 3 mins 1 change
    11:30
    Purley
    Canterbury West
    Purley to Canterbury West
  • Mon 13th May
    09:57
    2 hrs 14 mins 1 change
    12:11
    Purley
    Canterbury West
    Purley to Canterbury West
  • Mon 13th May
    10:27
    2 hrs 6 mins 1 change
    12:33
    Purley
    Canterbury West
    Purley to Canterbury West
  • Mon 13th May
    10:57
    2 hrs 14 mins 1 change
    13:11
    Purley
    Canterbury West
    Purley to Canterbury West
  • Mon 13th May
    11:27
    2 hrs 3 mins 1 change
    13:30
    Purley
    Canterbury West
    Purley to Canterbury West
  • Mon 13th May
    11:57
    2 hrs 14 mins 1 change
    14:11
    Purley
    Canterbury West
    Purley to Canterbury West
  • Mon 13th May
    12:27
    2 hrs 3 mins 1 change
    14:30
    Purley
    Canterbury West
    Purley to Canterbury West
  • Mon 13th May
    12:57
    2 hrs 14 mins 1 change
    15:11
    Purley
    Canterbury West
    Purley to Canterbury West
  • Mon 13th May
    13:27
    2 hrs 3 mins 1 change
    15:30
    Purley
    Canterbury West
    Purley to Canterbury 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 Canterbury West Station

Station name Canterbury West (CBW)
Address Canterbury West station, Station Road West, Canterbury, Kent, CT2 8AN
Managed by SE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:15 - 19:30
Saturday 06:15 - 19:30
Sunday 08:30 - 17:00
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 Unavailable
ATM Machine Unavailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Purley and Canterbury West

The travel time between Purley and Canterbury West by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 2hrs 22 mins & the fastest journey takes 1hrs 44 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Purley and Canterbury West vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 43 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:02, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:01.

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Amenities on trains between Purley and Canterbury 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 & Canterbury West. owever, there are 43 possible journeys which require a change.

Southern, Thameslink, Southeastern are the main train operating companies running services between Purley and Canterbury West.

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