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Trip Overview

The average train between Essex and Purley takes 1h 59m and the fastest train takes 1h 37m. There is a train service every few hours from Essex to Purley. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

1h 59m
Duration
58 mi
Distance
£36
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Train

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  1. Take the train from White Notley to Stratford (London)train train Braintree - London Liverpool Street
  2. Take the train from Farringdon to Purleytrain train Bedford - Three Bridges / ...
1h 49m
£31–45

Essex to Purley train times

Trains run hourly between Essex and Purley. The earliest departure is at 6:51 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Essex is at 9:08 PM which arrives into Purley at 11:22 PM. All services require a transfer at Stratford and take an average of 1h 59m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Saturday, November 7, 2026

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    Greater AngliaElizabeth Line (TfL)Thameslink2h 4m • 2 changes

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    Greater AngliaElizabeth Line (TfL)Thameslink2h 4m • 2 changes

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Departing Monday, November 9, 2026

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    Greater AngliaElizabeth Line (TfL)Thameslink1h 51m • 2 changes

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    Greater AngliaElizabeth Line (TfL)Thameslink1h 37m • 2 changes

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    Greater AngliaElizabeth Line (TfL)Thameslink1h 50m • 2 changes

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    Greater AngliaElizabeth Line (TfL)Thameslink2h 2m • 2 changes
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Departing Tuesday, November 10, 2026

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    Greater AngliaElizabeth Line (TfL)Thameslink1h 51m • 2 changes

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    Greater AngliaElizabeth Line (TfL)Thameslink1h 37m • 2 changes

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    Greater AngliaElizabeth Line (TfL)Thameslink1h 50m • 2 changes

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    Greater AngliaElizabeth Line (TfL)Thameslink2h 2m • 2 changes
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Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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    Greater AngliaElizabeth Line (TfL)Thameslink1h 51m • 2 changes

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    Greater AngliaElizabeth Line (TfL)Thameslink1h 37m • 2 changes

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    Greater AngliaElizabeth Line (TfL)Thameslink1h 50m • 2 changes

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    Greater AngliaElizabeth Line (TfL)Thameslink2h 2m • 2 changes
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Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    Greater AngliaElizabeth Line (TfL)Thameslink1h 51m • 2 changes

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    Greater AngliaElizabeth Line (TfL)Thameslink1h 37m • 2 changes

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    Greater AngliaElizabeth Line (TfL)Thameslink1h 50m • 2 changes

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    Greater AngliaElizabeth Line (TfL)Thameslink2h 2m • 2 changes
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Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    Greater AngliaElizabeth Line (TfL)Thameslink1h 51m • 2 changes

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    Greater AngliaElizabeth Line (TfL)Thameslink1h 37m • 2 changes

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    Greater AngliaElizabeth Line (TfL)Thameslink1h 50m • 2 changes

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    Greater AngliaElizabeth Line (TfL)Thameslink2h 2m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Essex to Purley? 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.

Map of how to get from Essex to Purley.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 57.6 mi
  • Duration: 1h 59m

What companies run services between Essex, England and Purley, England?

You can take a train from White Notley to Purley via Stratford, Farringdon Without, and Farringdon in around 1h 49m.

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