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Southampton to Purley train prices and times

Looking to travel from Southampton to Purley? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as £8.00, with average prices for this route around £13.30.

To get the best deals, we' d recommend buying in advance and researching alternatives such as split tickets.

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Departs	Arrives	Find Tickets
16:07 1h 54m, No direct Southampton Airport Parkway	18:01 Purley	Find Tickets
16:20 3h 3m, No direct Southampton Central	19:23 Purley	Find Tickets
16:20 3h 6m, No direct Southampton Central	19:26 Purley	Find Tickets
16:20 3h 14m, No direct Southampton Central	19:34 Purley Oaks	Find Tickets
16:38 1h 54m, No direct Southampton Airport Parkway	18:32 Purley	Find Tickets
16:38 2h 15m, No direct Southampton Airport Parkway	18:53 Paris	Find Tickets

Southampton to Purley train route details

First train

05:00

Last train

23:09

Departure station

Southampton

Arrival station

Purley

Journey time

1h 40m

Distance

102 km

Price

£8.00*

Train Operators

CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, Thameslink

How to book cheap train tickets from Southampton to Purley

Travelling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (06:30-09:30) and evening (16:00-19:00) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Southampton to Purley can result in significant cost savings.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

With a Railcard, you can save up to 1/3 on most rail fares. There are different types of Railcards available, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard, each catering to specific groups of travellers. You can discover more about Railcards here.

Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets involves buying separate, cheaper tickets for different parts of your journey on the same train instead of just one ticket for the entire trip. For instance, if you're travelling from Southampton to Purley, you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket. This method is perfectly legal and often doesn’t require leaving your seat.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are usually released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can be significantly cheaper than tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Southampton to Purley ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are travelling in a group, be sure to check out group travel discounts. Many train companies offer a ⅓ off standard fares for groups of three to nine people, making travelling from Southampton to Purley more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Southampton to Purley train ticket types

Here are different ticket types available for this route, each with its own benefits and restrictions. Here are the options to consider:

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Southampton to Purley train prices and times

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