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The cheapest and fastest trains from Purley (PUR) to Birmingham New Street (BHM)
Showing times and prices for 18 Dec
Cheapest price
£0
Average price
£133
Fastest journey
1 h 58 m
Average duration
1 h 59 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
176 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Purley (PUR) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
Fast trains
To travel from Purley (PUR) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) you need to make at least one change.
20:573h26
Purley (PUR)00:23Birmingham New Street (BHM)
Find prices
1 change
06:272h00
Purley (PUR)08:27Birmingham New Street (BHM)
£1331One-way
1 change
07:281h59
Purley (PUR)09:27Birmingham New Street (BHM)
£1331One-way
1 change
07:581h58
Purley (PUR)09:56Birmingham New Street (BHM)
£1331One-way
1 change
08:281h59
Purley (PUR)10:27Birmingham New Street (BHM)
£1331One-way
1 change
07:581h58
Purley (PUR)09:56Birmingham New Street (BHM)
£1331One-way
1 change
07:281h59
Purley (PUR)09:27Birmingham New Street (BHM)
£1331One-way
1 change
08:281h59
Purley (PUR)10:27Birmingham New Street (BHM)
£1331One-way
1 change
08:571h59
Purley (PUR)10:56Birmingham New Street (BHM)
£1331One-way
1 change
09:571h59
Purley (PUR)11:56Birmingham New Street (BHM)
£1331One-way
1 change
Live departures
Purley (PUR) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) train times
The table below shows live departures for Purley (PUR) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) trains for tomorrow, Thursday 18 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at 11:28
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06:27 Purley (PUR) | 2h00 | 08:27 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 change | |
| 07:28 Purley (PUR) | 1h59 | 09:27 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 change | |
| 07:58 Purley (PUR) | 1h58 | 09:56 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 change | |
| 08:28 Purley (PUR) | 1h59 | 10:27 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 change | |
| 08:57 Purley (PUR) | 1h59 | 10:56 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 change |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Purley (PUR) to Birmingham New Street (BHM)
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Purley (PUR) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) run on average 3 times per day, taking around 2h 26m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £104 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:03, the last at 22:24. The fastest train covers the 176 km distance in 1h 58m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance 176 km |
Average train duration 2h 26m |
Cheapest ticket price £104 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 1h 58m |
First train 04:03 |
Last train 22:24 |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Train companies: Avanti West Coast, Thameslink, Southern from Purley (PUR) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) trainsAvanti West Coast, Thameslink, Southern trains will get you between Purley (PUR) and Birmingham New Street (BHM) from £104. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Avanti West Coast
About
Avanti West Coast is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates high-speed trains between London and major cities in the UK, including Birmingham, Manchester, Liverpool, Glasgow and Edinburgh. The company offers a range of ticket types, including Standard, First Class and Advance tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drinks. The most popular routes for Avanti West Coast are London to Birmingham, London to Manchester and London to Glasgow. The company operates a fleet of Pendolino and Super Voyager trains, which offer a smooth and comfortable journey.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 23m
Cheapest Price
£61
Avanti West Coast frequency
3 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 small item included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation policies depend on ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
First Class: Complimentary meals and drinks. Standard Class: Onboard shop with drinks and snacks
Seat reservation
First Class: Included in ticket price. Standard Class: Optional reservation for £8-12
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and assistance for boarding/alighting available
Pets
Small pets free in carriers. Dogs £30 per single journey. Guide dogs free
Quiet zone
Thameslink
About
Thameslink is a train service that operates in the United Kingdom. It is operated by Govia Thameslink Railway and serves the counties of Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire, Hertfordshire, London, and Surrey. The trains run from early morning until late at night, with some services running 24 hours a day. There are a variety of train types available, including Class 700 Desiro City, Class 377 Electrostar, Class 387/1 Electrostar, and Class 319/0. Ticket types include Anytime, Off-Peak, Super Off-Peak, and Advance. Onboard facilities include Wi-Fi, power sockets, and air conditioning. The most popular routes for Thameslink are London to Brighton, London to Bedford, and London to Luton.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 58m
Cheapest Price
£103
Thameslink frequency
23 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies depend on ticket type
Refund
Full refund available if service is canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on some routes offering drinks and snacks
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets free of charge. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
Southern
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 11m
Cheapest Price
£135
Southern frequency
2 a day
FAQs: Purley (PUR) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Purley (PUR) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) 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 Birmingham New Street (BHM), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
A day trip from Purley to Birmingham New Street is not feasible as the journey takes 1h 58m with a distance of 176 km. However, there are 3 trains per day.
Booking trains from Purley (PUR) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The cost of a train ticket from Purley (PUR) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £104, while the average price tends to be around £133.
The cheapest way to get from Purley (PUR) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) is by train, costing approximately £104.
The train distance from Purley (PUR) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) is 176 km.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Purley (PUR) to Birmingham New Street (BHM).
The train journey from Purley (PUR) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) covers a distance of 176 km and takes approximately 1h 58m. Trains run 3 per day.
Yes, you can take the train from Purley (PUR) to Birmingham New Street (BHM).
The first train from Purley (PUR) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) leaves at 4:03.
To travel from Purley (PUR) to Birmingham New Street (BHM), you can take a train.
The last train from Purley (PUR) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) departs at 22:24.
Trains from Purley (PUR) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) run approximately 3 times per day.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Purley (PUR) to Birmingham New Street (BHM).
There is no night train service from Purley (PUR) to Birmingham New Street (BHM).
The train journey from Purley to Birmingham New Street primarily passes through urban and suburban areas, with some stretches offering views of the English countryside, particularly as you move further from London. However, it is not typically noted for being particularly scenic compared to other routes in the UK.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Purley (PUR) and Birmingham New Street (BHM)
Croydon
Birmingham
The major train station for departures in Croydon is Purley. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Purley for your trip from Croydon to Birmingham.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:55 - 20:05 Saturday 05:55 - 20:25 Sunday 08:00 - 16:45
Distance to city center
5 kmParking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Taxis
- Taxi: YES
Accessibility
- 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
WC
- Toilets Location: Platforms 2/3 and 4/5
- National key toilets: Yes
Lounge
- 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
Bike Parking
- Storage location: Station front
- Storage CCTV: Yes
The major train station for arrivals in Birmingham is Birmingham New Street. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Birmingham New Street for your journey to Birmingham from Croydon.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Lockers
ShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWC
HotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Mon - Sat: 05:15 - 23:00
- Sun: 07:30 - 23:00
Wifi
- Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available from Sky Wi-Fi The Cloud.
Lockers
- You can leave bags with Excess Baggage Co inside the entrance off Hill Street.
Shopping
- Type of shops available: Boots located on the main concourse, before the ticket barrier Camden Food located beyond the ticket barrier Costa located beyond the ticket barrier next to Platform 5b escalator Funky Pigeon located beyond the ticket barrier between Platform escalators 9-10 M&S Food located on the main concourse Mi Casa Burritos located beyond the ticket barrier next to Platform 9 escalator The Pasty Shop located beyond the ticket barrier next to Platform 7 escalator W H Smith located on the main concourse, before the ticket barrier
Parking
- Car Park: Short Stay Car Park
Dining
- All Bar One
- Leon
- Caffè Nero
- Five Guys
- Krispy Kreme
- The Pasty Shop
- Upper Crust
- Wasabi
- Starbucks
- Hotel Chocolat
Taxis
- Taxi: Taxis drop off with the 'drop & go' in the Hill Street entrance. The taxi rank is on Navigation Street (Stephenson Street / Victoria Square exit). For more information visit Traintaxi
- Accessible taxis: Taxis drop off within the 'drop & go' off the Hill Street entrance. The taxi rank is on Navigation Street (Stephenson Street / Victoria Square exit). All taxis are accessible with manual wheelchairs, most are accessible with electric wheelchairs. For more information visit Traintaxi
Accessibility
- Step-free access in the whole station and ramps available for train access. All platforms have elevators and escalators.
WC
- Toilets Location: Male, Female, Accessible and Baby Change facilities are available in all parts of the station. These are located between: Platforms 2 - 3a (Blue Lounge) Platforms 10 - 11a (Yellow Lounge) Platforms 10 - 11b (Red Lounge)
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Close to Platforms 1A and 12A and Platforms 10 and 11B
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets,Male toilets
Hotel
- Holiday Inn Birmingham City Center
- Premier Inn Birmingham City Center (New St Station)
- Radisson Blue Hotel, Birmingham
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: There are two large seating areas beyond the ticket barrier between the escalators to platforms 5b and 8b. All platforms have waiting areas with seating
Ticket Office
- Mon - Sat: 05:15 - 23:00
- Sun: 07:30 - 23:00
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- In the middle of the station.
Public transport options for Birmingham New Street
- Bus lines: N5, N6, N8, 4, 9, 23, 45, 50, 61, X51, X70
- Train lines: West Midlands, CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales
- Onward travel information: There are nearby bus stops on Smallbrook Queensway and Hill Street Most buses are wheelchair accessible. ********************************************************************************************************** For information go to the local travel information office by the Stephenson Street entrance. Alternatively, visit Transport for West Midlands, or call 0121 214 7214.
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