The average train between Purley and Wales takes 3h 3m and the fastest train takes 2h 38m. There is a train service every few hours from Purley to Wales. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Purley and Wales. The earliest departure is at 12:03 AM at night, and the last departure from Purley is at 9:28 PM which arrives into Wales at 8:06 AM. All services require a transfer at Farringdon and take an average of 3h 3m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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2h 39m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Purley to Wales? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Purley to Wales. However, there are services departing from Purley station and arriving at Cardiff Central station via Farringdon station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 3m.
Purley to Wales train services, operated by Thameslink, depart from Purley station.
Purley to Wales train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Cardiff Central station.
The distance between Purley and Wales is 271 km. The road distance is 246 km.
You can take a train from Purley to Cardiff Central via Farringdon, Farringdon Without, and London Paddington in around 3h 7m.