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Trains from Watford Junction to Rainhill (RNH)

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16

train journeys
per day

156

miles (252 kms)

2hrs 51 mins

fastest journey

06:14 / 00:12

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

4

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Watford Junction to Rainhill (RNH)

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On a typical weekday there are 16 scheduled rail journeys between Watford Junction and Rainhill , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 16 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Watford Junction to Rainhill is approximately 156 miles (252 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 59 mins.

Avanti West Coast, Northern Rail, West Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales are the main train operating companies running services between Watford Junction and Rainhill.

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Watford Junction to Rainhill. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 51 mins.

Journeys from Watford Junction to Rainhill Today

  • Mon 6th May
    06:14
    2 hrs 51 mins 2 changes
    09:05
    Watford Junction
    Rainhill
    Watford Junction to Rainhill
  • Mon 6th May
    06:31
    3 hrs 59 mins 2 changes
    10:30
    Watford Junction
    Rainhill
    Watford Junction to Rainhill
  • Mon 6th May
    07:50
    3 hrs 32 mins 1 change
    11:22
    Watford Junction
    Rainhill
    Watford Junction to Rainhill
  • Mon 6th May
    08:38
    3 hrs 53 mins 2 changes
    12:31
    Watford Junction
    Rainhill
    Watford Junction to Rainhill
  • Mon 6th May
    09:49
    3 hrs 32 mins 1 change
    13:21
    Watford Junction
    Rainhill
    Watford Junction to Rainhill
  • Mon 6th May
    10:38
    3 hrs 52 mins 2 changes
    14:30
    Watford Junction
    Rainhill
    Watford Junction to Rainhill
  • Mon 6th May
    11:47
    3 hrs 34 mins 1 change
    15:21
    Watford Junction
    Rainhill
    Watford Junction to Rainhill
  • Mon 6th May
    12:38
    3 hrs 52 mins 2 changes
    16:30
    Watford Junction
    Rainhill
    Watford Junction to Rainhill
  • Mon 6th May
    13:47
    3 hrs 34 mins 1 change
    17:21
    Watford Junction
    Rainhill
    Watford Junction to Rainhill
  • Mon 6th May
    14:38
    3 hrs 52 mins 2 changes
    18:30
    Watford Junction
    Rainhill
    Watford Junction to Rainhill
  • Mon 6th May
    15:47
    3 hrs 34 mins 1 change
    19:21
    Watford Junction
    Rainhill
    Watford Junction to Rainhill
  • Mon 6th May
    16:48
    3 hrs 33 mins 1 change
    20:21
    Watford Junction
    Rainhill
    Watford Junction to Rainhill
  • Mon 6th May
    17:36
    3 hrs 57 mins 2 changes
    21:33
    Watford Junction
    Rainhill
    Watford Junction to Rainhill
  • Mon 6th May
    18:53
    3 hrs 28 mins 1 change
    22:21
    Watford Junction
    Rainhill
    Watford Junction to Rainhill
  • Mon 6th May
    20:53
    3 hrs 11 mins 2 changes
    00:04
    Watford Junction
    Rainhill
    Watford Junction to Rainhill
  • Mon 6th May
    23:51
    9 hrs 39 mins 2 changes
    09:30
    Watford Junction
    Rainhill
    Watford Junction to Rainhill

About Watford Junction Station

Station name Watford Junction (WFJ)
Address Watford Junction station, Station Road, Watford, Hertfordshire, WD17 1EU
Managed by LN

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:30 - 23:00
Saturday 05:30 - 23:00
Sunday 06:30 - 22:30
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 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 Watford Junction and Rainhill

The travel time between Watford Junction and Rainhill by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 59 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 51 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Watford Junction and Rainhill vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 16 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:14, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:12.

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

Amenities on trains between Watford Junction 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 Watford Junction & Rainhill. owever, there are 16 possible journeys which require a change.

Avanti West Coast, Northern Rail, West Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales are the main train operating companies running services between Watford Junction and Rainhill.

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