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Trains from Lancaster (LAN) to Rainhill (RNH)

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19

train journeys
per day

43

miles (70 kms)

1hrs 38 mins

fastest journey

05:50 / 23:45

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

2

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Lancaster (LAN) to Rainhill (RNH)

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On a typical weekday there are 19 scheduled rail journeys between Lancaster and Rainhill , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 19 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Lancaster to Rainhill is approximately 43 miles (70 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs 4 mins.

Northern Rail, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between Lancaster and Rainhill.

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Lancaster to Rainhill. The fastest journey time on this route takes 1hrs 38 mins.

Journeys from Lancaster to Rainhill Today

  • Mon 6th May
    05:50
    1 hrs 40 mins 1 change
    07:30
    Lancaster
    Rainhill
    Lancaster to Rainhill
  • Mon 6th May
    06:52
    1 hrs 38 mins 1 change
    08:30
    Lancaster
    Rainhill
    Lancaster to Rainhill
  • Mon 6th May
    07:51
    1 hrs 39 mins 1 change
    09:30
    Lancaster
    Rainhill
    Lancaster to Rainhill
  • Mon 6th May
    08:48
    1 hrs 42 mins 1 change
    10:30
    Lancaster
    Rainhill
    Lancaster to Rainhill
  • Mon 6th May
    09:50
    1 hrs 40 mins 1 change
    11:30
    Lancaster
    Rainhill
    Lancaster to Rainhill
  • Mon 6th May
    10:50
    1 hrs 41 mins 1 change
    12:31
    Lancaster
    Rainhill
    Lancaster to Rainhill
  • Mon 6th May
    11:49
    1 hrs 41 mins 1 change
    13:30
    Lancaster
    Rainhill
    Lancaster to Rainhill
  • Mon 6th May
    12:51
    1 hrs 39 mins 1 change
    14:30
    Lancaster
    Rainhill
    Lancaster to Rainhill
  • Mon 6th May
    13:49
    1 hrs 41 mins 1 change
    15:30
    Lancaster
    Rainhill
    Lancaster to Rainhill
  • Mon 6th May
    14:52
    1 hrs 38 mins 1 change
    16:30
    Lancaster
    Rainhill
    Lancaster to Rainhill
  • Mon 6th May
    15:47
    1 hrs 43 mins 1 change
    17:30
    Lancaster
    Rainhill
    Lancaster to Rainhill
  • Mon 6th May
    16:50
    1 hrs 40 mins 1 change
    18:30
    Lancaster
    Rainhill
    Lancaster to Rainhill
  • Mon 6th May
    17:50
    1 hrs 40 mins 1 change
    19:30
    Lancaster
    Rainhill
    Lancaster to Rainhill
  • Mon 6th May
    18:27
    2 hrs 3 mins 1 change
    20:30
    Lancaster
    Rainhill
    Lancaster to Rainhill
  • Mon 6th May
    19:35
    1 hrs 58 mins 1 change
    21:33
    Lancaster
    Rainhill
    Lancaster to Rainhill
  • Mon 6th May
    20:28
    2 hrs 2 mins 1 change
    22:30
    Lancaster
    Rainhill
    Lancaster to Rainhill
  • Mon 6th May
    20:50
    3 hrs 1 min 2 changes
    23:51
    Lancaster
    Rainhill
    Lancaster to Rainhill
  • Mon 6th May
    22:26
    1 hrs 38 mins 1 change
    00:04
    Lancaster
    Rainhill
    Lancaster to Rainhill
  • Mon 6th May
    23:26
    7 hrs 4 mins 2 changes
    06:30
    Lancaster
    Rainhill
    Lancaster to Rainhill

About Lancaster Station

Station name Lancaster (LAN)
Address Lancaster station, Meeting House Lane, Lancaster, Lancashire, LA1 5NW
Managed by VT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:15 - 19:45
Saturday 05:15 - 19:45
Sunday 09:30 - 20:00
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 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 Lancaster and Rainhill

The travel time between Lancaster and Rainhill by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 2hrs 4 mins & the fastest journey takes 1hrs 38 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Lancaster and Rainhill vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 19 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:50, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:45.

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Amenities on trains between Lancaster 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 Lancaster & Rainhill. owever, there are 19 possible journeys which require a change.

Northern Rail, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between Lancaster and Rainhill.

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