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City Thameslink to Purley Oaks Train prices and times

Planning a journey from City Thameslink to Purley Oaks? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as €7.58, with average prices for this route around €11.13. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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Departure	Arrival	Operator	Find Tickets
03:29 1h 44m, Changes required City Thameslink	05:13 Purley Oaks		Find Tickets
03:48 1h 25m, Changes required City Thameslink	05:13 Purley Oaks		Find Tickets
04:29 1h 25m, Changes required City Thameslink	05:54 Purley Oaks		Find Tickets
05:10 1h 54m, Changes required City Thameslink	07:04 Purley Oaks	London Overground	Find Tickets
05:27 40m, Changes required City Thameslink	06:07 Purley Oaks		Find Tickets
06:01 33m, Changes required City Thameslink	06:34 Paris		Find Tickets

City Thameslink to Purley Oaks Train Route Details

First train

03:29

Last train

23:20

Departure station

City Thameslink

Arrival station

Purley Oaks

Journey time

33m

Distance

19 km

Price

€7.58*

Train operators

London Overground, Thameslink, Southern

How to book cheap train tickets from City Thameslink to Purley Oaks

Traveling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from City Thameslink to Purley Oaks can result in significant cost savings.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from City Thameslink to Purley Oaks for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16–25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more here.

Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets involves buying separate, cheaper tickets for different parts of your journey on the same train instead of just one ticket for the entire trip. For instance, if you're traveling from City Thameslink to Purley Oaks, you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket. This method is perfectly legal and often doesn't require leaving your seat.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are usually released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can be significantly cheaper than tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from City Thameslink to Purley Oaks ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are traveling in a group, be sure to check out group travel discounts. Many train companies offer a ⅓ off standard fares for groups of three to nine people, making traveling from City Thameslink to Purley Oaks more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

City Thameslink to Purley Oaks train ticket types

There are various ticket types available for this route, each with different benefits and restrictions. Explore below to see which ticket type is best suited to your travel needs:

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City Thameslink to Purley Oaks Train prices and times

City Thameslink to Purley Oaks Train Route Details