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Trains from Herne Bay (HNB) to Rainhill (RNH)

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21

train journeys
per day

216

miles (348 kms)

5hrs 19 mins

fastest journey

05:10 / 23:50

first / last train

0

direct trains (3 or 4 changes)

5

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Herne Bay (HNB) to Rainhill (RNH)

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On a typical weekday there are 21 scheduled rail journeys between Herne Bay and Rainhill , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 21 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Herne Bay to Rainhill is approximately 216 miles (348 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 6hrs 13 mins.

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

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Herne Bay to Rainhill. The fastest journey time on this route takes 5hrs 19 mins.

Journeys from Herne Bay to Rainhill Today

  • Mon 6th May
    05:10
    6 hrs 20 mins 3 changes
    11:30
    Herne Bay
    Rainhill
    Herne Bay to Rainhill
  • Mon 6th May
    06:45
    5 hrs 46 mins 3 changes
    12:31
    Herne Bay
    Rainhill
    Herne Bay to Rainhill
  • Mon 6th May
    07:21
    6 hrs 3 changes
    13:21
    Herne Bay
    Rainhill
    Herne Bay to Rainhill
  • Mon 6th May
    07:45
    5 hrs 45 mins 3 changes
    13:30
    Herne Bay
    Rainhill
    Herne Bay to Rainhill
  • Mon 6th May
    08:45
    5 hrs 45 mins 3 changes
    14:30
    Herne Bay
    Rainhill
    Herne Bay to Rainhill
  • Mon 6th May
    09:21
    6 hrs 3 changes
    15:21
    Herne Bay
    Rainhill
    Herne Bay to Rainhill
  • Mon 6th May
    09:45
    5 hrs 45 mins 3 changes
    15:30
    Herne Bay
    Rainhill
    Herne Bay to Rainhill
  • Mon 6th May
    10:45
    5 hrs 45 mins 3 changes
    16:30
    Herne Bay
    Rainhill
    Herne Bay to Rainhill
  • Mon 6th May
    11:21
    6 hrs 3 changes
    17:21
    Herne Bay
    Rainhill
    Herne Bay to Rainhill
  • Mon 6th May
    11:45
    5 hrs 45 mins 3 changes
    17:30
    Herne Bay
    Rainhill
    Herne Bay to Rainhill
  • Mon 6th May
    12:45
    5 hrs 45 mins 3 changes
    18:30
    Herne Bay
    Rainhill
    Herne Bay to Rainhill
  • Mon 6th May
    13:21
    6 hrs 3 changes
    19:21
    Herne Bay
    Rainhill
    Herne Bay to Rainhill
  • Mon 6th May
    13:45
    5 hrs 45 mins 3 changes
    19:30
    Herne Bay
    Rainhill
    Herne Bay to Rainhill
  • Mon 6th May
    14:21
    6 hrs 3 changes
    20:21
    Herne Bay
    Rainhill
    Herne Bay to Rainhill
  • Mon 6th May
    14:45
    5 hrs 45 mins 3 changes
    20:30
    Herne Bay
    Rainhill
    Herne Bay to Rainhill
  • Mon 6th May
    15:45
    5 hrs 48 mins 3 changes
    21:33
    Herne Bay
    Rainhill
    Herne Bay to Rainhill
  • Mon 6th May
    16:21
    6 hrs 3 changes
    22:21
    Herne Bay
    Rainhill
    Herne Bay to Rainhill
  • Mon 6th May
    16:45
    5 hrs 45 mins 3 changes
    22:30
    Herne Bay
    Rainhill
    Herne Bay to Rainhill
  • Mon 6th May
    18:45
    5 hrs 19 mins 3 changes
    00:04
    Herne Bay
    Rainhill
    Herne Bay to Rainhill
  • Mon 6th May
    20:45
    9 hrs 45 mins 3 changes
    06:30
    Herne Bay
    Rainhill
    Herne Bay to Rainhill

About Herne Bay Station

Station name Herne Bay (HNB)
Address Herne Bay station, The Circus, Herne Bay, Kent, CT6 8PJ
Managed by SE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:10 - 19:00
Saturday 06:10 - 19:00
Sunday 09:10 - 16:00
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
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 Herne Bay and Rainhill

The travel time between Herne Bay and Rainhill by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 6hrs 13 mins & the fastest journey takes 5hrs 19 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Herne Bay and Rainhill vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 21 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:10, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:50.

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

Amenities on trains between Herne Bay 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 Herne Bay & Rainhill. owever, there are 21 possible journeys which require a change.

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

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