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Trains from Forest Hill (FOH) to Rainhill (RNH)

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26

train journeys
per day

178

miles (287 kms)

4hrs 32 mins

fastest journey

05:58 / 00:16

first / last train

0

direct trains (3 or 4 changes)

8

operators run

9

routes

Trains from Forest Hill (FOH) to Rainhill (RNH)

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On a typical weekday there are 26 scheduled rail journeys between Forest Hill and Rainhill , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 26 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Forest Hill to Rainhill is approximately 178 miles (287 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 5hrs 52 mins.

First TransPennine Express, London Overground, Southern, Thameslink, Northern Rail, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, East Midlands Railway are the main train operating companies running services between Forest Hill and Rainhill.

There are 9 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Forest Hill to Rainhill. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 32 mins.

Journeys from Forest Hill to Rainhill Today

  • Mon 6th May
    05:58
    4 hrs 32 mins 3 changes
    10:30
    Forest Hill
    Rainhill
    Forest Hill to Rainhill
  • Mon 6th May
    06:17
    5 hrs 5 mins 3 changes
    11:22
    Forest Hill
    Rainhill
    Forest Hill to Rainhill
  • Mon 6th May
    06:58
    4 hrs 32 mins 3 changes
    11:30
    Forest Hill
    Rainhill
    Forest Hill to Rainhill
  • Mon 6th May
    07:58
    4 hrs 33 mins 3 changes
    12:31
    Forest Hill
    Rainhill
    Forest Hill to Rainhill
  • Mon 6th May
    08:28
    4 hrs 53 mins 3 changes
    13:21
    Forest Hill
    Rainhill
    Forest Hill to Rainhill
  • Mon 6th May
    08:58
    4 hrs 32 mins 3 changes
    13:30
    Forest Hill
    Rainhill
    Forest Hill to Rainhill
  • Mon 6th May
    09:58
    4 hrs 32 mins 3 changes
    14:30
    Forest Hill
    Rainhill
    Forest Hill to Rainhill
  • Mon 6th May
    10:17
    5 hrs 4 mins 3 changes
    15:21
    Forest Hill
    Rainhill
    Forest Hill to Rainhill
  • Mon 6th May
    10:58
    4 hrs 32 mins 3 changes
    15:30
    Forest Hill
    Rainhill
    Forest Hill to Rainhill
  • Mon 6th May
    11:58
    4 hrs 32 mins 3 changes
    16:30
    Forest Hill
    Rainhill
    Forest Hill to Rainhill
  • Mon 6th May
    12:17
    5 hrs 4 mins 3 changes
    17:21
    Forest Hill
    Rainhill
    Forest Hill to Rainhill
  • Mon 6th May
    12:58
    4 hrs 32 mins 3 changes
    17:30
    Forest Hill
    Rainhill
    Forest Hill to Rainhill
  • Mon 6th May
    13:58
    4 hrs 32 mins 3 changes
    18:30
    Forest Hill
    Rainhill
    Forest Hill to Rainhill
  • Mon 6th May
    14:17
    5 hrs 4 mins 3 changes
    19:21
    Forest Hill
    Rainhill
    Forest Hill to Rainhill
  • Mon 6th May
    14:58
    4 hrs 32 mins 3 changes
    19:30
    Forest Hill
    Rainhill
    Forest Hill to Rainhill
  • Mon 6th May
    15:28
    4 hrs 53 mins 3 changes
    20:21
    Forest Hill
    Rainhill
    Forest Hill to Rainhill
  • Mon 6th May
    15:58
    4 hrs 32 mins 3 changes
    20:30
    Forest Hill
    Rainhill
    Forest Hill to Rainhill
  • Mon 6th May
    16:58
    4 hrs 35 mins 3 changes
    21:33
    Forest Hill
    Rainhill
    Forest Hill to Rainhill
  • Mon 6th May
    17:28
    4 hrs 53 mins 3 changes
    22:21
    Forest Hill
    Rainhill
    Forest Hill to Rainhill
  • Mon 6th May
    17:58
    4 hrs 32 mins 3 changes
    22:30
    Forest Hill
    Rainhill
    Forest Hill to Rainhill

About Forest Hill Station

Station name Forest Hill (FOH)
Address Forest Hill station, Devonshire Road, Forest Hill, Greater London, SE23 3HB
Managed by LO

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:10 - 20:50
Saturday 06:40 - 21:15
Sunday 07:10 - 21:45
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Unavailable
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 Forest Hill and Rainhill

The travel time between Forest Hill and Rainhill by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 5hrs 52 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 32 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Forest Hill and Rainhill vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 26 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:58, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:16.

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

Amenities on trains between Forest Hill 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 Hill & Rainhill. owever, there are 26 possible journeys which require a change.

First TransPennine Express, London Overground, Southern, Thameslink, Northern Rail, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, East Midlands Railway are the main train operating companies running services between Forest Hill and Rainhill.

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