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Trains from Rayleigh (RLG) to Sleaford (SLR)

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21

train journeys
per day

106

miles (170 kms)

3hrs 13 mins

fastest journey

04:16 / 23:58

first / last train

0

direct trains (3 or 4 changes)

6

operators run

3

routes

Trains from Rayleigh (RLG) to Sleaford (SLR)

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

The distance by rail from Rayleigh to Sleaford is approximately 106 miles (170 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 58 mins.

East Midlands Railway, Abellio Greater Anglia, West Midlands Trains, London North Eastern Railway, CrossCountry, Thameslink are the main train operating companies running services between Rayleigh and Sleaford.

There are 3 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Rayleigh to Sleaford. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 13 mins.

Journeys from Rayleigh to Sleaford Today

  • Mon 6th May
    04:16
    3 hrs 57 mins 3 changes
    08:13
    Rayleigh
    Sleaford
    Rayleigh to Sleaford
  • Mon 6th May
    05:16
    3 hrs 41 mins 3 changes
    08:57
    Rayleigh
    Sleaford
    Rayleigh to Sleaford
  • Mon 6th May
    05:46
    3 hrs 32 mins 3 changes
    09:18
    Rayleigh
    Sleaford
    Rayleigh to Sleaford
  • Mon 6th May
    06:16
    3 hrs 41 mins 3 changes
    09:57
    Rayleigh
    Sleaford
    Rayleigh to Sleaford
  • Mon 6th May
    08:06
    3 hrs 10 mins 3 changes
    11:16
    Rayleigh
    Sleaford
    Rayleigh to Sleaford
  • Mon 6th May
    08:26
    3 hrs 27 mins 3 changes
    11:53
    Rayleigh
    Sleaford
    Rayleigh to Sleaford
  • Mon 6th May
    09:26
    3 hrs 23 mins 3 changes
    12:49
    Rayleigh
    Sleaford
    Rayleigh to Sleaford
  • Mon 6th May
    10:06
    3 hrs 9 mins 3 changes
    13:15
    Rayleigh
    Sleaford
    Rayleigh to Sleaford
  • Mon 6th May
    10:26
    3 hrs 28 mins 3 changes
    13:54
    Rayleigh
    Sleaford
    Rayleigh to Sleaford
  • Mon 6th May
    11:26
    3 hrs 26 mins 3 changes
    14:52
    Rayleigh
    Sleaford
    Rayleigh to Sleaford
  • Mon 6th May
    12:26
    3 hrs 26 mins 3 changes
    15:52
    Rayleigh
    Sleaford
    Rayleigh to Sleaford
  • Mon 6th May
    13:26
    3 hrs 29 mins 3 changes
    16:55
    Rayleigh
    Sleaford
    Rayleigh to Sleaford
  • Mon 6th May
    14:06
    3 hrs 2 mins 3 changes
    17:08
    Rayleigh
    Sleaford
    Rayleigh to Sleaford
  • Mon 6th May
    14:26
    3 hrs 24 mins 3 changes
    17:50
    Rayleigh
    Sleaford
    Rayleigh to Sleaford
  • Mon 6th May
    15:46
    3 hrs 13 mins 3 changes
    18:59
    Rayleigh
    Sleaford
    Rayleigh to Sleaford
  • Mon 6th May
    16:06
    3 hrs 50 mins 3 changes
    19:56
    Rayleigh
    Sleaford
    Rayleigh to Sleaford
  • Mon 6th May
    17:06
    3 hrs 1 min 3 changes
    20:07
    Rayleigh
    Sleaford
    Rayleigh to Sleaford
  • Mon 6th May
    17:26
    3 hrs 32 mins 3 changes
    20:58
    Rayleigh
    Sleaford
    Rayleigh to Sleaford
  • Mon 6th May
    18:26
    3 hrs 19 mins 3 changes
    21:45
    Rayleigh
    Sleaford
    Rayleigh to Sleaford
  • Mon 6th May
    20:06
    10 hrs 31 mins 4 changes
    06:37
    Rayleigh
    Sleaford
    Rayleigh to Sleaford

About Rayleigh Station

Station name Rayleigh (RLG)
Address Rayleigh station, Station Road, Rayleigh, Essex, SS6 7HJ
Managed by LE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday 06:00 - 20:00
Tuesday 06:00 - 20:00
Wednesday 06:00 - 20:00
Thursday 06:00 - 20:00
Friday 06:00 - 20:00
Saturday 06:00 - 20:00
Sunday 08:10 - 19:30
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 Available
ATM Machine Available

About Sleaford Station

Station name Sleaford (SLR)
Address Sleaford station, Station Street, Sleaford, Lincolnshire, NG34 7RG
Managed by EM

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 07:30 - 13:30
Saturday 07:30 - 13:30
Sunday Closed
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

Frequently asked questions about trains between Rayleigh and Sleaford

The travel time between Rayleigh and Sleaford by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 58 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 13 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Rayleigh and Sleaford 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 04:16, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:58.

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Amenities on trains between Rayleigh and Sleaford can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Rayleigh & Sleaford. owever, there are 21 possible journeys which require a change.

East Midlands Railway, Abellio Greater Anglia, West Midlands Trains, London North Eastern Railway, CrossCountry, Thameslink are the main train operating companies running services between Rayleigh and Sleaford.

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