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Trains from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Rainhill (RNH)

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14

train journeys
per day

176

miles (283 kms)

3hrs 53 mins

fastest journey

06:12 / 23:21

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

3

operators run

2

routes

Trains from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Rainhill (RNH)

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On a typical weekday there are 14 scheduled rail journeys between Edinburgh Waverley and Rainhill , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 14 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Edinburgh Waverley to Rainhill is approximately 176 miles (283 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs 25 mins.

Avanti West Coast, Northern Rail, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between Edinburgh Waverley and Rainhill.

There are 2 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Edinburgh Waverley to Rainhill. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 53 mins.

Journeys from Edinburgh Waverley to Rainhill Today

  • Mon 6th May
    06:12
    4 hrs 18 mins 1 change
    10:30
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Rainhill
    Edinburgh Waverley to Rainhill
  • Mon 6th May
    06:52
    4 hrs 38 mins 2 changes
    11:30
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Rainhill
    Edinburgh Waverley to Rainhill
  • Mon 6th May
    08:12
    4 hrs 19 mins 1 change
    12:31
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Rainhill
    Edinburgh Waverley to Rainhill
  • Mon 6th May
    08:52
    4 hrs 38 mins 2 changes
    13:30
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Rainhill
    Edinburgh Waverley to Rainhill
  • Mon 6th May
    10:11
    4 hrs 19 mins 1 change
    14:30
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Rainhill
    Edinburgh Waverley to Rainhill
  • Mon 6th May
    10:52
    4 hrs 38 mins 2 changes
    15:30
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Rainhill
    Edinburgh Waverley to Rainhill
  • Mon 6th May
    12:12
    4 hrs 18 mins 1 change
    16:30
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Rainhill
    Edinburgh Waverley to Rainhill
  • Mon 6th May
    12:52
    4 hrs 38 mins 2 changes
    17:30
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Rainhill
    Edinburgh Waverley to Rainhill
  • Mon 6th May
    14:12
    4 hrs 18 mins 1 change
    18:30
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Rainhill
    Edinburgh Waverley to Rainhill
  • Mon 6th May
    14:52
    4 hrs 38 mins 2 changes
    19:30
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Rainhill
    Edinburgh Waverley to Rainhill
  • Mon 6th May
    16:11
    4 hrs 19 mins 1 change
    20:30
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Rainhill
    Edinburgh Waverley to Rainhill
  • Mon 6th May
    16:52
    4 hrs 41 mins 2 changes
    21:33
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Rainhill
    Edinburgh Waverley to Rainhill
  • Mon 6th May
    18:12
    4 hrs 18 mins 1 change
    22:30
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Rainhill
    Edinburgh Waverley to Rainhill
  • Mon 6th May
    20:11
    3 hrs 53 mins 1 change
    00:04
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Rainhill
    Edinburgh Waverley to Rainhill

About Edinburgh Waverley Station

Station name Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
Address Edinburgh station, Princes Street, Edinburgh, Lothian, EH1 1BB
Managed by NR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:00 - 22:00
Saturday 06:00 - 22:00
Sunday 07:00 - 22:00
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 Edinburgh Waverley and Rainhill

The travel time between Edinburgh Waverley and Rainhill by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 4hrs 25 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 53 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Edinburgh Waverley and Rainhill vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 14 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:12, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:21.

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

Amenities on trains between Edinburgh Waverley 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 Edinburgh Waverley & Rainhill. owever, there are 14 possible journeys which require a change.

Avanti West Coast, Northern Rail, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between Edinburgh Waverley and Rainhill.

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