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Trains from Whitchurch (Cardiff) (WHT) to Rainhill (RNH)

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20

train journeys
per day

132

miles (213 kms)

5hrs 5 mins

fastest journey

06:46 / 20:35

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

4

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Whitchurch (Cardiff) (WHT) to Rainhill (RNH)

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On a typical weekday there are 20 scheduled rail journeys between Whitchurch (Cardiff) and Rainhill , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 20 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Whitchurch (Cardiff) to Rainhill is approximately 132 miles (213 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 5hrs 26 mins.

Avanti West Coast, Northern Rail, Transport for Wales, Merseyrail are the main train operating companies running services between Whitchurch (Cardiff) and Rainhill.

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Whitchurch (Cardiff) to Rainhill. The fastest journey time on this route takes 5hrs 5 mins.

Journeys from Whitchurch (Cardiff) to Rainhill Today

  • Mon 6th May
    06:46
    4 hrs 44 mins 3 changes
    11:30
    Whitchurch (Cardiff)
    Rainhill
    Whitchurch (Cardiff) to Rainhill
  • Mon 6th May
    07:16
    5 hrs 15 mins 2 changes
    12:31
    Whitchurch (Cardiff)
    Rainhill
    Whitchurch (Cardiff) to Rainhill
  • Mon 6th May
    08:16
    5 hrs 5 mins 3 changes
    13:21
    Whitchurch (Cardiff)
    Rainhill
    Whitchurch (Cardiff) to Rainhill
  • Mon 6th May
    08:46
    5 hrs 35 mins 3 changes
    14:21
    Whitchurch (Cardiff)
    Rainhill
    Whitchurch (Cardiff) to Rainhill
  • Mon 6th May
    09:16
    5 hrs 14 mins 2 changes
    14:30
    Whitchurch (Cardiff)
    Rainhill
    Whitchurch (Cardiff) to Rainhill
  • Mon 6th May
    10:16
    5 hrs 5 mins 3 changes
    15:21
    Whitchurch (Cardiff)
    Rainhill
    Whitchurch (Cardiff) to Rainhill
  • Mon 6th May
    10:46
    4 hrs 44 mins 3 changes
    15:30
    Whitchurch (Cardiff)
    Rainhill
    Whitchurch (Cardiff) to Rainhill
  • Mon 6th May
    11:16
    5 hrs 14 mins 2 changes
    16:30
    Whitchurch (Cardiff)
    Rainhill
    Whitchurch (Cardiff) to Rainhill
  • Mon 6th May
    12:16
    5 hrs 5 mins 3 changes
    17:21
    Whitchurch (Cardiff)
    Rainhill
    Whitchurch (Cardiff) to Rainhill
  • Mon 6th May
    12:46
    4 hrs 44 mins 3 changes
    17:30
    Whitchurch (Cardiff)
    Rainhill
    Whitchurch (Cardiff) to Rainhill
  • Mon 6th May
    13:16
    5 hrs 14 mins 2 changes
    18:30
    Whitchurch (Cardiff)
    Rainhill
    Whitchurch (Cardiff) to Rainhill
  • Mon 6th May
    14:16
    5 hrs 5 mins 3 changes
    19:21
    Whitchurch (Cardiff)
    Rainhill
    Whitchurch (Cardiff) to Rainhill
  • Mon 6th May
    15:16
    5 hrs 5 mins 3 changes
    20:21
    Whitchurch (Cardiff)
    Rainhill
    Whitchurch (Cardiff) to Rainhill
  • Mon 6th May
    15:46
    5 hrs 43 mins 3 changes
    21:29
    Whitchurch (Cardiff)
    Rainhill
    Whitchurch (Cardiff) to Rainhill
  • Mon 6th May
    16:46
    4 hrs 47 mins 3 changes
    21:33
    Whitchurch (Cardiff)
    Rainhill
    Whitchurch (Cardiff) to Rainhill
  • Mon 6th May
    17:16
    5 hrs 5 mins 3 changes
    22:21
    Whitchurch (Cardiff)
    Rainhill
    Whitchurch (Cardiff) to Rainhill
  • Mon 6th May
    17:46
    5 hrs 36 mins 3 changes
    23:22
    Whitchurch (Cardiff)
    Rainhill
    Whitchurch (Cardiff) to Rainhill
  • Mon 6th May
    18:16
    5 hrs 48 mins 2 changes
    00:04
    Whitchurch (Cardiff)
    Rainhill
    Whitchurch (Cardiff) to Rainhill
  • Mon 6th May
    19:16
    5 hrs 59 mins 3 changes
    01:15
    Whitchurch (Cardiff)
    Rainhill
    Whitchurch (Cardiff) to Rainhill
  • Mon 6th May
    20:16
    9 hrs 42 mins 3 changes
    05:58
    Whitchurch (Cardiff)
    Rainhill
    Whitchurch (Cardiff) to Rainhill

About Whitchurch (Cardiff) Station

Station name Whitchurch (Cardiff) (WHT)
Address Whitchurch station, off Pen-y-Dre, Whitchurch, Cardiff, CF14 1BP
Managed by AW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office No

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 Whitchurch (Cardiff) and Rainhill

The travel time between Whitchurch (Cardiff) and Rainhill by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 5hrs 26 mins & the fastest journey takes 5hrs 5 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Whitchurch (Cardiff) and Rainhill vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 20 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:46, and the last train of the day leaves at 20:35.

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

Amenities on trains between Whitchurch (Cardiff) 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 Whitchurch (Cardiff) & Rainhill. owever, there are 20 possible journeys which require a change.

Avanti West Coast, Northern Rail, Transport for Wales, Merseyrail are the main train operating companies running services between Whitchurch (Cardiff) and Rainhill.

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