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Trains from Eltham (ELW) to Rainhill (RNH)

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22

train journeys
per day

180

miles (290 kms)

4hrs 27 mins

fastest journey

05:56 / 00:18

first / last train

0

direct trains (3 or 4 changes)

6

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Eltham (ELW) to Rainhill (RNH)

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On a typical weekday there are 22 scheduled rail journeys between Eltham and Rainhill , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 22 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Eltham to Rainhill is approximately 180 miles (290 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 5hrs 7 mins.

First TransPennine Express, East Midlands Railway, Thameslink, Northern Rail, Southeastern, Avanti West Coast are the main train operating companies running services between Eltham and Rainhill.

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Eltham to Rainhill. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 27 mins.

Journeys from Eltham to Rainhill Today

  • Mon 6th May
    05:56
    4 hrs 34 mins 3 changes
    10:30
    Eltham
    Rainhill
    Eltham to Rainhill
  • Mon 6th May
    06:56
    4 hrs 34 mins 3 changes
    11:30
    Eltham
    Rainhill
    Eltham to Rainhill
  • Mon 6th May
    07:56
    4 hrs 35 mins 3 changes
    12:31
    Eltham
    Rainhill
    Eltham to Rainhill
  • Mon 6th May
    08:17
    5 hrs 4 mins 3 changes
    13:21
    Eltham
    Rainhill
    Eltham to Rainhill
  • Mon 6th May
    08:56
    4 hrs 34 mins 3 changes
    13:30
    Eltham
    Rainhill
    Eltham to Rainhill
  • Mon 6th May
    09:56
    4 hrs 34 mins 3 changes
    14:30
    Eltham
    Rainhill
    Eltham to Rainhill
  • Mon 6th May
    10:05
    5 hrs 16 mins 3 changes
    15:21
    Eltham
    Rainhill
    Eltham to Rainhill
  • Mon 6th May
    11:03
    4 hrs 27 mins 3 changes
    15:30
    Eltham
    Rainhill
    Eltham to Rainhill
  • Mon 6th May
    11:56
    4 hrs 34 mins 3 changes
    16:30
    Eltham
    Rainhill
    Eltham to Rainhill
  • Mon 6th May
    12:05
    5 hrs 16 mins 3 changes
    17:21
    Eltham
    Rainhill
    Eltham to Rainhill
  • Mon 6th May
    12:56
    4 hrs 34 mins 3 changes
    17:30
    Eltham
    Rainhill
    Eltham to Rainhill
  • Mon 6th May
    13:56
    4 hrs 34 mins 3 changes
    18:30
    Eltham
    Rainhill
    Eltham to Rainhill
  • Mon 6th May
    14:05
    5 hrs 16 mins 3 changes
    19:21
    Eltham
    Rainhill
    Eltham to Rainhill
  • Mon 6th May
    14:56
    4 hrs 34 mins 3 changes
    19:30
    Eltham
    Rainhill
    Eltham to Rainhill
  • Mon 6th May
    15:05
    5 hrs 16 mins 3 changes
    20:21
    Eltham
    Rainhill
    Eltham to Rainhill
  • Mon 6th May
    15:56
    4 hrs 34 mins 3 changes
    20:30
    Eltham
    Rainhill
    Eltham to Rainhill
  • Mon 6th May
    16:56
    4 hrs 37 mins 3 changes
    21:33
    Eltham
    Rainhill
    Eltham to Rainhill
  • Mon 6th May
    17:26
    4 hrs 55 mins 3 changes
    22:21
    Eltham
    Rainhill
    Eltham to Rainhill
  • Mon 6th May
    17:56
    4 hrs 34 mins 3 changes
    22:30
    Eltham
    Rainhill
    Eltham to Rainhill
  • Mon 6th May
    19:26
    4 hrs 38 mins 3 changes
    00:04
    Eltham
    Rainhill
    Eltham to Rainhill

About Eltham Station

Station name Eltham (ELW)
Address Eltham station, Well Hall Road, Eltham, Greater London, SE9 6SL
Managed by SE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:40 - 20:00
Saturday 06:10 - 20:00
Sunday 08:10 - 15:40
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Unavailable
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Unavailable
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 Eltham and Rainhill

The travel time between Eltham and Rainhill by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 5hrs 7 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 27 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Eltham and Rainhill vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 22 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:56, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:18.

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

Amenities on trains between Eltham 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 Eltham & Rainhill. owever, there are 22 possible journeys which require a change.

First TransPennine Express, East Midlands Railway, Thameslink, Northern Rail, Southeastern, Avanti West Coast are the main train operating companies running services between Eltham and Rainhill.

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