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Trains from Plumstead (PLU) to Rainhill (RNH)

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24

train journeys
per day

179

miles (288 kms)

4hrs 32 mins

fastest journey

05:32 / 00:13

first / last train

0

direct trains (3 or 3 changes)

6

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Plumstead (PLU) to Rainhill (RNH)

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On a typical weekday there are 24 scheduled rail journeys between Plumstead 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 Plumstead to Rainhill is approximately 179 miles (288 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 5hrs 25 mins.

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

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

Journeys from Plumstead to Rainhill Today

  • Mon 6th May
    05:32
    4 hrs 58 mins 3 changes
    10:30
    Plumstead
    Rainhill
    Plumstead to Rainhill
  • Mon 6th May
    06:08
    5 hrs 14 mins 3 changes
    11:22
    Plumstead
    Rainhill
    Plumstead to Rainhill
  • Mon 6th May
    06:38
    4 hrs 52 mins 3 changes
    11:30
    Plumstead
    Rainhill
    Plumstead to Rainhill
  • Mon 6th May
    07:54
    4 hrs 37 mins 3 changes
    12:31
    Plumstead
    Rainhill
    Plumstead to Rainhill
  • Mon 6th May
    08:08
    5 hrs 13 mins 3 changes
    13:21
    Plumstead
    Rainhill
    Plumstead to Rainhill
  • Mon 6th May
    08:54
    4 hrs 36 mins 3 changes
    13:30
    Plumstead
    Rainhill
    Plumstead to Rainhill
  • Mon 6th May
    09:54
    4 hrs 36 mins 3 changes
    14:30
    Plumstead
    Rainhill
    Plumstead to Rainhill
  • Mon 6th May
    10:08
    5 hrs 13 mins 3 changes
    15:21
    Plumstead
    Rainhill
    Plumstead to Rainhill
  • Mon 6th May
    10:54
    4 hrs 36 mins 3 changes
    15:30
    Plumstead
    Rainhill
    Plumstead to Rainhill
  • Mon 6th May
    11:54
    4 hrs 36 mins 3 changes
    16:30
    Plumstead
    Rainhill
    Plumstead to Rainhill
  • Mon 6th May
    12:08
    5 hrs 13 mins 3 changes
    17:21
    Plumstead
    Rainhill
    Plumstead to Rainhill
  • Mon 6th May
    12:54
    4 hrs 36 mins 3 changes
    17:30
    Plumstead
    Rainhill
    Plumstead to Rainhill
  • Mon 6th May
    13:54
    4 hrs 36 mins 3 changes
    18:30
    Plumstead
    Rainhill
    Plumstead to Rainhill
  • Mon 6th May
    14:08
    5 hrs 13 mins 3 changes
    19:21
    Plumstead
    Rainhill
    Plumstead to Rainhill
  • Mon 6th May
    14:54
    4 hrs 36 mins 3 changes
    19:30
    Plumstead
    Rainhill
    Plumstead to Rainhill
  • Mon 6th May
    15:08
    5 hrs 13 mins 3 changes
    20:21
    Plumstead
    Rainhill
    Plumstead to Rainhill
  • Mon 6th May
    15:54
    4 hrs 36 mins 3 changes
    20:30
    Plumstead
    Rainhill
    Plumstead to Rainhill
  • Mon 6th May
    16:54
    4 hrs 39 mins 3 changes
    21:33
    Plumstead
    Rainhill
    Plumstead to Rainhill
  • Mon 6th May
    17:08
    5 hrs 13 mins 3 changes
    22:21
    Plumstead
    Rainhill
    Plumstead to Rainhill
  • Mon 6th May
    17:54
    4 hrs 36 mins 3 changes
    22:30
    Plumstead
    Rainhill
    Plumstead to Rainhill

About Plumstead Station

Station name Plumstead (PLU)
Address Plumstead station, Walmer Terrace, Plumstead, Greater London, SE18 7EA
Managed by SE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:10 - 19:30
Saturday 06:10 - 19:30
Sunday 08:10 - 15:40
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 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 Plumstead and Rainhill

The travel time between Plumstead and Rainhill by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 5hrs 25 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 32 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Plumstead 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 05:32, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:13.

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

Amenities on trains between Plumstead 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 Plumstead & Rainhill. owever, there are 24 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 Plumstead and Rainhill.

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