The cheapest and fastest trains from Plumstead (PLU) to Purley (PUR)
Cheapest price
£14
Average price
£17
Fastest journey
51 m
Average duration
56 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
22 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Plumstead (PLU) to Purley (PUR) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Plumstead (PLU) to Purley (PUR) will cost around £17 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £14.
To travel from Plumstead (PLU) to Purley (PUR) you need to make at least one change.










Live departures
Plumstead (PLU) to Purley (PUR) train times
The table below shows live departures for Plumstead (PLU) to Purley (PUR) trains for tomorrow, Saturday 28 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 05:31 Plumstead (PLU) | 0h51 | 06:22 Purley (PUR) | 1 change | |
![]() | 05:43 Plumstead (PLU) | 1h24 | 07:07 Purley (PUR) | 2 changes | |
![]() | 06:01 Plumstead (PLU) | 0h51 | 06:52 Purley (PUR) | 1 change | |
![]() | 06:31 Plumstead (PLU) | 0h51 | 07:22 Purley (PUR) | 1 change | |
![]() | 06:43 Plumstead (PLU) | 0h59 | 07:42 Purley (PUR) | 1 change |
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Compare prices and tickets Plumstead (PLU) to Purley (PUR) by train or coach
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Why book with Omio vs Southeastern?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Southeastern, but also compare tickets for the likes of Southern, Thameslink or Southeastern to find the best option for your trip from Plumstead (PLU) to Purley (PUR).
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Southern, Thameslink or Southeastern to find the best option for your trip from Plumstead (PLU) to Purley (PUR).
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Plumstead (PLU) to Purley (PUR)
Trains from Plumstead (PLU) to Purley (PUR) run on average 8 times per day, taking around 48m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £11 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 06:31, the last at 06:31. The fastest train covers the 22 km distance in 1h 6m.
Distance 22 km |
Average train duration 48m |
Cheapest ticket price £11 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 1h 6m |
First train 06:31 |
Last train 06:31 |
Train companies: Southeastern, Southern, Thameslink from Plumstead (PLU) to Purley (PUR) trainsSoutheastern, Southern, Thameslink trains will get you between Plumstead (PLU) and Purley (PUR) from £11. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Plumstead (PLU) to Purley (PUR) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Plumstead (PLU) to Purley (PUR) by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Purley (PUR), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Plumstead (PLU) and Purley (PUR)
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:10 - 19:30 Saturday 06:10 - 19:30 Sunday 08:10 - 15:40 This station is not continuously staffed please see staffing times for details of when staff are available.
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Category C. This station does not have step free access. Steps to all platforms.
- Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not wheelchair accessible
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available to book
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: by entrance to platform 1 booking hall
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: No
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point
- Helpline Contact: 0345 322 7021 or Text relay 18001 0345 322 7021 Freephone 0800 783 4524 or Text Relay 18001 0800 783 4524
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Towards Dartford - Bus stop B. Towards Lewisham - Bus stop W on Plumstead Road.
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:55 - 20:05 Saturday 05:55 - 20:25 Sunday 08:00 - 16:45
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Taxi: YES
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category A station: This station has step-free level access to all platforms. Assistance Meeting Point is on platform 6 above the waiting room.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All Southern ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: Platforms 2/3 and 4/5
- National key toilets: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: There are heated waiting rooms on platform 2, 3, 4, 5 and 6. The waiting room on platform 6 has one small step to access. Seating is also available on platforms 3, 4, 5 and 6
- Storage location: Station front
- Storage CCTV: Yes
