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Trains from Forest Gate to Rainhill (RNH)

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24

train journeys
per day

174

miles (281 kms)

4hrs 8 mins

fastest journey

00:26 / 00:01

first / last train

0

direct trains (3 or 4 changes)

5

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Forest Gate to Rainhill (RNH)

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On a typical weekday there are 24 scheduled rail journeys between Forest Gate and Rainhill , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 24 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Forest Gate to Rainhill is approximately 174 miles (281 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs 57 mins.

Avanti West Coast, Elizabeth Line, Northern Rail, First TransPennine Express, East Midlands Railway are the main train operating companies running services between Forest Gate and Rainhill.

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Forest Gate to Rainhill. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 8 mins.

Journeys from Forest Gate to Rainhill Today

  • Mon 6th May
    00:26
    8 hrs 55 mins 3 changes
    09:21
    Forest Gate
    Rainhill
    Forest Gate to Rainhill
  • Mon 6th May
    06:18
    4 hrs 12 mins 3 changes
    10:30
    Forest Gate
    Rainhill
    Forest Gate to Rainhill
  • Mon 6th May
    06:41
    4 hrs 41 mins 3 changes
    11:22
    Forest Gate
    Rainhill
    Forest Gate to Rainhill
  • Mon 6th May
    07:18
    4 hrs 12 mins 3 changes
    11:30
    Forest Gate
    Rainhill
    Forest Gate to Rainhill
  • Mon 6th May
    08:18
    4 hrs 13 mins 3 changes
    12:31
    Forest Gate
    Rainhill
    Forest Gate to Rainhill
  • Mon 6th May
    08:41
    4 hrs 40 mins 3 changes
    13:21
    Forest Gate
    Rainhill
    Forest Gate to Rainhill
  • Mon 6th May
    09:18
    4 hrs 12 mins 3 changes
    13:30
    Forest Gate
    Rainhill
    Forest Gate to Rainhill
  • Mon 6th May
    10:18
    4 hrs 12 mins 3 changes
    14:30
    Forest Gate
    Rainhill
    Forest Gate to Rainhill
  • Mon 6th May
    10:41
    4 hrs 40 mins 3 changes
    15:21
    Forest Gate
    Rainhill
    Forest Gate to Rainhill
  • Mon 6th May
    11:18
    4 hrs 12 mins 3 changes
    15:30
    Forest Gate
    Rainhill
    Forest Gate to Rainhill
  • Mon 6th May
    12:18
    4 hrs 12 mins 3 changes
    16:30
    Forest Gate
    Rainhill
    Forest Gate to Rainhill
  • Mon 6th May
    12:41
    4 hrs 40 mins 3 changes
    17:21
    Forest Gate
    Rainhill
    Forest Gate to Rainhill
  • Mon 6th May
    13:18
    4 hrs 12 mins 3 changes
    17:30
    Forest Gate
    Rainhill
    Forest Gate to Rainhill
  • Mon 6th May
    14:18
    4 hrs 12 mins 3 changes
    18:30
    Forest Gate
    Rainhill
    Forest Gate to Rainhill
  • Mon 6th May
    14:41
    4 hrs 40 mins 3 changes
    19:21
    Forest Gate
    Rainhill
    Forest Gate to Rainhill
  • Mon 6th May
    15:18
    4 hrs 12 mins 3 changes
    19:30
    Forest Gate
    Rainhill
    Forest Gate to Rainhill
  • Mon 6th May
    15:41
    4 hrs 40 mins 3 changes
    20:21
    Forest Gate
    Rainhill
    Forest Gate to Rainhill
  • Mon 6th May
    16:18
    4 hrs 12 mins 3 changes
    20:30
    Forest Gate
    Rainhill
    Forest Gate to Rainhill
  • Mon 6th May
    17:18
    4 hrs 15 mins 3 changes
    21:33
    Forest Gate
    Rainhill
    Forest Gate to Rainhill
  • Mon 6th May
    17:48
    4 hrs 33 mins 3 changes
    22:21
    Forest Gate
    Rainhill
    Forest Gate to Rainhill

About Forest Gate Station

Station name Forest Gate (FOG)
Address Forest Gate station, Woodgrange Road, Forest Gate, Greater London, E7 0NF
Managed by XR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:10 - 19:40
Saturday 06:40 - 18:40
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 Unavailable

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 Forest Gate and Rainhill

The travel time between Forest Gate and Rainhill by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 4hrs 57 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 8 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Forest Gate and Rainhill vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 24 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 00:26, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:01.

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

Amenities on trains between Forest Gate 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 Forest Gate & Rainhill. owever, there are 24 possible journeys which require a change.

Avanti West Coast, Elizabeth Line, Northern Rail, First TransPennine Express, East Midlands Railway are the main train operating companies running services between Forest Gate and Rainhill.

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