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Trains from East Croydon (ECR) to Rainhill (RNH)

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23

train journeys
per day

180

miles (290 kms)

4hrs 15 mins

fastest journey

04:10 / 00:11

first / last train

0

direct trains (3 or 3 changes)

4

operators run

5

routes

Trains from East Croydon (ECR) to Rainhill (RNH)

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On a typical weekday there are 23 scheduled rail journeys between East Croydon and Rainhill , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 23 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from East Croydon to Rainhill is approximately 180 miles (290 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs 42 mins.

Avanti West Coast, Southern, Thameslink, Northern Rail are the main train operating companies running services between East Croydon and Rainhill.

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being East Croydon to Rainhill. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 15 mins.

Journeys from East Croydon to Rainhill Today

  • Mon 6th May
    04:10
    5 hrs 11 mins 3 changes
    09:21
    East Croydon
    Rainhill
    East Croydon to Rainhill
  • Mon 6th May
    06:05
    4 hrs 25 mins 3 changes
    10:30
    East Croydon
    Rainhill
    East Croydon to Rainhill
  • Mon 6th May
    06:30
    4 hrs 52 mins 3 changes
    11:22
    East Croydon
    Rainhill
    East Croydon to Rainhill
  • Mon 6th May
    07:15
    4 hrs 15 mins 3 changes
    11:30
    East Croydon
    Rainhill
    East Croydon to Rainhill
  • Mon 6th May
    08:15
    4 hrs 16 mins 3 changes
    12:31
    East Croydon
    Rainhill
    East Croydon to Rainhill
  • Mon 6th May
    08:31
    4 hrs 50 mins 3 changes
    13:21
    East Croydon
    Rainhill
    East Croydon to Rainhill
  • Mon 6th May
    09:15
    4 hrs 15 mins 3 changes
    13:30
    East Croydon
    Rainhill
    East Croydon to Rainhill
  • Mon 6th May
    10:15
    4 hrs 15 mins 3 changes
    14:30
    East Croydon
    Rainhill
    East Croydon to Rainhill
  • Mon 6th May
    10:30
    4 hrs 51 mins 3 changes
    15:21
    East Croydon
    Rainhill
    East Croydon to Rainhill
  • Mon 6th May
    11:15
    4 hrs 15 mins 3 changes
    15:30
    East Croydon
    Rainhill
    East Croydon to Rainhill
  • Mon 6th May
    12:15
    4 hrs 15 mins 3 changes
    16:30
    East Croydon
    Rainhill
    East Croydon to Rainhill
  • Mon 6th May
    12:30
    4 hrs 51 mins 3 changes
    17:21
    East Croydon
    Rainhill
    East Croydon to Rainhill
  • Mon 6th May
    13:15
    4 hrs 15 mins 3 changes
    17:30
    East Croydon
    Rainhill
    East Croydon to Rainhill
  • Mon 6th May
    14:15
    4 hrs 15 mins 3 changes
    18:30
    East Croydon
    Rainhill
    East Croydon to Rainhill
  • Mon 6th May
    14:30
    4 hrs 51 mins 3 changes
    19:21
    East Croydon
    Rainhill
    East Croydon to Rainhill
  • Mon 6th May
    15:15
    4 hrs 15 mins 3 changes
    19:30
    East Croydon
    Rainhill
    East Croydon to Rainhill
  • Mon 6th May
    15:31
    4 hrs 50 mins 3 changes
    20:21
    East Croydon
    Rainhill
    East Croydon to Rainhill
  • Mon 6th May
    16:15
    4 hrs 15 mins 3 changes
    20:30
    East Croydon
    Rainhill
    East Croydon to Rainhill
  • Mon 6th May
    17:15
    4 hrs 18 mins 3 changes
    21:33
    East Croydon
    Rainhill
    East Croydon to Rainhill
  • Mon 6th May
    17:42
    4 hrs 39 mins 3 changes
    22:21
    East Croydon
    Rainhill
    East Croydon to Rainhill

About East Croydon Station

Station name East Croydon (ECR)
Address East Croydon station, Station Approach, Croydon, Greater London, CR0 1LF
Managed by SN

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday
Saturday
Sunday
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Available
ATM Machine Available

About Rainhill Station

Station name Rainhill (RNH)
Address Rainhill station, Station Road, Rainhill, Merseyside, L35 0LL
Managed by NT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday 06:00 - 23:50
Tuesday 06:00 - 23:50
Wednesday 06:00 - 23:50
Thursday 06:00 - 23:50
Friday 06:00 - 23:50
Saturday 06:00 - 23:50
Sunday 08:45 - 00:00
Ticket on Departure Unavailable
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Unavailable
Baby change Unavailable
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Unavailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between East Croydon and Rainhill

The travel time between East Croydon and Rainhill by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 4hrs 42 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 15 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between East Croydon and Rainhill vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 23 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 04:10, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:11.

First class tickets on trains between East Croydon and Rainhill typically offer more space, complimentary food and drink, and other amenities compared to standard class.

Amenities on trains between East Croydon and Rainhill can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between East Croydon & Rainhill. owever, there are 23 possible journeys which require a change.

Avanti West Coast, Southern, Thameslink, Northern Rail are the main train operating companies running services between East Croydon and Rainhill.

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between East Croydon and Rainhill, but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.