Rainham to London train with Southeastern

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Rainham to London

Showing times and prices for Nov 06

Cheapest price

€10

Average price

€17

Fastest journey

55 m

Average duration

1 h 14 m

Trains per day

5

Distance

53 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Rainham to London is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Rainham to London will cost around €17 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €10.

Fast trains

Of the 5 trains that leave Rainham for London on Thu, Nov 06, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Thu, Nov 06 the direct trains cover the 53 km distance in an average of 1 h 14 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 55 m .

On Thu, Nov 06 the slowest trains will take 1 h 27 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.

Thameslink
04:30AM1h27
Rainham
05:57AMLondon
101One-way
0 transfers
Thameslink
07:30AM1h27
Rainham
08:57AMLondon
101One-way
0 transfers
Southeastern
04:55AM0h56
Rainham
05:51AMLondon
201One-way
0 transfers
Southeastern
06:05AM0h55
Rainham
07:00AMLondon
211One-way
0 transfers
Thameslink
06:30AM1h27
Rainham
07:57AMLondon
261One-way
0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train and bus for Rainham to London

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Rainham to London among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 13m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €7, and a train costs an average of €7.

Distance: 53 km

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Most popular
Train
Bus

€14

Average price

€11

Average price

Cheapest

1h 43m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 13m

Onboard

+

30m

Additional time*

2h 7m

Average total duration

1h 37m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

Southeastern

Most popular train company

National Express

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Live departures

Rainham to London train times

Showing trains for today, Wednesday, November 5
Last updated at 7:39 AM
Last updated at 7:39 AM

ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
thameslink8:00 AM Rainham
1h27
9:27 AM London0 transfersDirect
Thursday, November 6
thameslink4:30 AM Rainham
1h27
5:57 AM London0 transfersDirect
southeastern4:55 AM Rainham
0h56
5:51 AM London0 transfersDirect
southeastern6:05 AM Rainham
0h55
7:00 AM London0 transfersDirect
thameslink6:30 AM Rainham
1h27
7:57 AM London0 transfersDirect
thameslink7:30 AM Rainham
1h27
8:57 AM London0 transfersDirect

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Rainham to London

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Trains from Rainham to London run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 13m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €7 but you can travel from only €7 by bus.
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from €7
Distance
53 km
Average train duration
1h 13m
Cheapest ticket price
€7
Trains per day
6
Direct trains
6
Fastest train
50m
First train
00:01
Last train
23:58
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from €7

Train companies: Southeastern, Thameslink, c2c from Rainham to London trainsSoutheastern, Thameslink, c2c trains will get you between Rainham and London from €7. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

c2c

About
c2c is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London Fenchurch Street to destinations in East London and Essex, including Southend, Basildon, and Grays. c2c offers a range of train types, including the Class 357 Electrostar, Class 312 Electrostar, and Class 315 Electrostar. These trains are modern and comfortable, with air conditioning, power sockets, and free Wi-Fi. c2c also offers a range of ticket types, including Anytime, Off-Peak, and Advance tickets. Onboard facilities include a café bar, toilets, and luggage storage. The most popular routes for c2c are London Fenchurch Street to Southend Central, London Fenchurch Street to Basildon, and London Fenchurch Street to Grays.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
24m
Cheapest Price
€9
c2c frequency
50 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of hand luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and designated luggage areas between seats
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation possible according to ticket type conditions
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled trains
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Bar/bistro service available on most trains offering snacks, drinks, and light meals
Seat reservation
Seat reservations mandatory and included in ticket price for high-speed trains, optional for regional trains
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and assistance available for passengers with reduced mobility
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, larger dogs require paid ticket and muzzle, service animals free
Quiet zone

Southeastern

About
Southeastern is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London to Kent, Sussex, Surrey and parts of East Anglia. It runs services from early morning until late at night, seven days a week. Southeastern has a range of train types, including high-speed Javelin trains, commuter-friendly Metro services, and the classic InterCity services. Ticket types include Advance, Off-Peak, Super Off-Peak, and Anytime tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for Southeastern are London to Kent, London to Eastbourne, and London to Hastings.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
50m
Cheapest Price
€7
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and luggage storage areas at the end of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies vary by ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on most services
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and ramps for boarding
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs allowed with ticket. 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 27m
Cheapest Price
€7
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

FAQs: Trains from Rainham to London

FAQs: Travel by train from Rainham to London easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Rainham to London.
FAQs
Cheap train tickets from Rainham to London can start from as little as €9 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Rainham to London is €16; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by train from Rainham to London is 44 min   to travel the 53 km long route, with around there are 7 trains per day. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays.
The first train from Rainham to London leaves at 00: 02. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last train from Rainham to London leaves at 23: 58.
Yes, there are 6 direct trains a day from Rainham to London with Southeastern or Thameslink. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct trains.
Take the Rainham to London train with Southeastern or Thameslink. However, it's always good to check out all possible train providers for the journey to London from Rainham as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.
No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 23: 58.

Passengers board the train most frequently from Rainham (Kent), which is located around 0.4 miles (588 m) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at London St Pancras International, located 2.2 miles (3.6 km) away from the city centre.

A day trip to London from Rainham is worth doing with a journey time of 44 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a train from Rainham to London is August.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel to London from Rainham including taking a coach or train.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Rainham to London

Rainham
London
The major train station for departures in Rainham is Rainham (Kent). Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Rainham (Kent) for your trip from Rainham to London.
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Amenities at train station
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
ATMATM
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 19:30 Saturday 07:00 - 19:00 Sunday 08:00 - 19:00 This station is not continuously staffed please see staffing times for details of when staff are available.
Shopping
Shopping
  • Type of shops available: newspapers
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: Yes
  • Step free access coverage: No
  • Step free access note: Category B1. This station has a degree of step-free access to the platform, which may be in both directions or in one direction only - please check details - Step free access to platform 0 or 1 for services towards London via main station entrance or side entrance out of hours. Step free access to platform 2 for services away from London via side entrance and short ramp from Granary Close. Step free interchange via road and steep paths in excess of 250 metres
  • Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not wheelchair accessible
  • Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available to book
  • Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
  • Accessible ticket machines note: station forecourt
  • Accessible toilets: Yes
  • Ramp for train access: Yes
  • Wheelchairs available: Yes
  • Wheelchairs available open hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 20:48 Saturday 06:30 - 20:48 Sunday 07:45 - 19:45
  • Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: Booking Hall - Available during staffing hours
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • National key toilets location: Booking Hall- Available during staffing hours
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
  • Baby changing facilities location: Booking Hall- Available during staffing hours
Lounge
Lounge
  • Waiting rooms location: Unheated seating area in booking hall only available when staff are present
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage location: in front of station & car park
  • Storage CCTV: No
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Information available from staff: Yes - from help point
  • Helpline Contact: 0345 322 7021 or Text relay 18001 0345 322 7021 Freephone 0800 783 4524 or Text Relay 18001 0800 783 4524
  • Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
Public transit options for Rainham (Kent)
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Station forecourt

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