The average train between Glasgow and Purley takes 6h 2m and the fastest train takes 5h 34m. There is a train service every few hours from Glasgow 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.
Trains run hourly between Glasgow and Purley. The earliest departure is at 4:28 AM at night, and the last departure from Glasgow is at 11:40 PM which arrives into Purley at 7:54 AM. All services require a transfer at London Euston and take an average of 6h 2m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Glasgow to Purley. However, there are services departing from Glasgow station and arriving at Purley station via London Euston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 2m.
Glasgow to Purley train services, operated by Caledonian Sleeper, depart from Glasgow Central station.
Glasgow to Purley train services, operated by Caledonian Sleeper, arrive at London Euston station.
Book your Glasgow to Purley train tickets online with Caledonian Sleeper, Thameslink and Avanti West Coast.
The distance between Glasgow and Purley is 572.8 km. The road distance is 668 km.
Avanti West Coast operates a train from Glasgow Central to London Euston hourly. Tickets cost £140–240 and the journey takes 4h 38m. Caledonian Sleeper also services this route 6 times a week.