The average train between Purley and Oxford takes 1h 52m and the fastest train takes 1h 42m. There is an hourly train service from Purley to Oxford. 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 Purley and Oxford. The earliest departure is at 12:03 AM at night, and the last departure from Purley is at 9:28 PM which arrives into Oxford at 6:11 AM. All services require a transfer at Farringdon and take an average of 1h 52m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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1h 46m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Purley to Oxford? 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.
No, there is no direct train from Purley to Oxford. However, there are services departing from Purley station and arriving at Oxford station via Farringdon station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 52m.
Purley to Oxford train services, operated by Thameslink, depart from Purley station.
Purley to Oxford train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Oxford station.
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The distance between Purley and Oxford is 91.6 km. The road distance is 107 km.
You can take a train from Purley to Oxford via Farringdon, Farringdon Without, and London Paddington in around 2h 2m.