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Trains from City Thameslink (CTK) to Rainford (RNF)

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14

train journeys
per day

178

miles (287 kms)

4hrs 14 mins

fastest journey

05:49 / 23:00

first / last train

0

direct trains (3 or 6 changes)

7

operators run

3

routes

Trains from City Thameslink (CTK) to Rainford (RNF)

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On a typical weekday there are 14 scheduled rail journeys between City Thameslink and Rainford , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 14 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from City Thameslink to Rainford is approximately 178 miles (287 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 5hrs 34 mins.

London Overground, First TransPennine Express, Elizabeth Line, Avanti West Coast, London North Eastern Railway, Northern Rail, Thameslink are the main train operating companies running services between City Thameslink and Rainford.

There are 3 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being City Thameslink to Rainford. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 14 mins.

Map of the rail routes from City Thameslink to Rainford

Journeys from City Thameslink to Rainford Today

  • Mon 17th Jun
    05:49
    4 hrs 42 mins 5 changes - overtaken train
    10:31
    City Thameslink
    Rainford
    City Thameslink to Rainford
  • Mon 17th Jun
    05:51
    4 hrs 40 mins 6 changes
    10:31
    City Thameslink
    Rainford
    City Thameslink to Rainford
  • Mon 17th Jun
    07:09
    4 hrs 22 mins 6 changes
    11:31
    City Thameslink
    Rainford
    City Thameslink to Rainford
  • Mon 17th Jun
    08:09
    4 hrs 22 mins 6 changes
    12:31
    City Thameslink
    Rainford
    City Thameslink to Rainford
  • Mon 17th Jun
    09:09
    4 hrs 22 mins 6 changes
    13:31
    City Thameslink
    Rainford
    City Thameslink to Rainford
  • Mon 17th Jun
    10:09
    4 hrs 14 mins 6 changes
    14:23
    City Thameslink
    Rainford
    City Thameslink to Rainford
  • Mon 17th Jun
    11:09
    4 hrs 22 mins 6 changes
    15:31
    City Thameslink
    Rainford
    City Thameslink to Rainford
  • Mon 17th Jun
    12:09
    4 hrs 22 mins 6 changes
    16:31
    City Thameslink
    Rainford
    City Thameslink to Rainford
  • Mon 17th Jun
    13:09
    4 hrs 22 mins 6 changes
    17:31
    City Thameslink
    Rainford
    City Thameslink to Rainford
  • Mon 17th Jun
    14:09
    4 hrs 22 mins 6 changes
    18:31
    City Thameslink
    Rainford
    City Thameslink to Rainford
  • Mon 17th Jun
    15:09
    4 hrs 22 mins 6 changes
    19:31
    City Thameslink
    Rainford
    City Thameslink to Rainford
  • Mon 17th Jun
    20:09
    10 hrs 22 mins 3 changes
    06:31
    City Thameslink
    Rainford
    City Thameslink to Rainford
  • Mon 17th Jun
    22:49
    9 hrs 42 mins 5 changes - overtaken train
    08:31
    City Thameslink
    Rainford
    City Thameslink to Rainford
  • Mon 17th Jun
    22:58
    9 hrs 33 mins 6 changes
    08:31
    City Thameslink
    Rainford
    City Thameslink to Rainford

About City Thameslink Station

Station name City Thameslink (CTK)
Address City Thameslink station, Ludgate Hill, London, EC4M 7JH
Managed by TL

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 07:15 - 19:45
Weekend 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 Available
ATM Machine Unavailable

About Rainford Station

Station name Rainford (RNF)
Address Rainford station, Junction Road, Rainford, Merseyside, WA11 8SJ
Managed by NT

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

Frequently asked questions about trains between City Thameslink and Rainford

The travel time between City Thameslink and Rainford by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 5hrs 34 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 14 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between City Thameslink and Rainford vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 14 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:49, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:00.

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Amenities on trains between City Thameslink and Rainford can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between City Thameslink & Rainford. owever, there are 14 possible journeys which require a change.

London Overground, First TransPennine Express, Elizabeth Line, Avanti West Coast, London North Eastern Railway, Northern Rail, Thameslink are the main train operating companies running services between City Thameslink and Rainford.

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