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Trains from Elmers End (ELE) to Rainford (RNF)

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12

train journeys
per day

186

miles (300 kms)

4hrs 15 mins

fastest journey

06:07 / 23:47

first / last train

0

direct trains (4 or 4 changes)

5

operators run

2

routes

Trains from Elmers End (ELE) to Rainford (RNF)

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On a typical weekday there are 12 scheduled rail journeys between Elmers End and Rainford , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 12 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Elmers End to Rainford is approximately 186 miles (300 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 5hrs 13 mins.

Avanti West Coast, London North Eastern Railway, Northern Rail, First TransPennine Express, Southeastern are the main train operating companies running services between Elmers End and Rainford.

There are 2 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Elmers End to Rainford. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 15 mins.

Journeys from Elmers End to Rainford Today

  • Mon 10th Jun
    06:07
    4 hrs 24 mins 4 changes
    10:31
    Elmers End
    Rainford
    Elmers End to Rainford
  • Mon 10th Jun
    07:07
    4 hrs 24 mins 4 changes
    11:31
    Elmers End
    Rainford
    Elmers End to Rainford
  • Mon 10th Jun
    08:09
    4 hrs 22 mins 4 changes
    12:31
    Elmers End
    Rainford
    Elmers End to Rainford
  • Mon 10th Jun
    09:08
    4 hrs 23 mins 4 changes
    13:31
    Elmers End
    Rainford
    Elmers End to Rainford
  • Mon 10th Jun
    10:08
    4 hrs 15 mins 4 changes
    14:23
    Elmers End
    Rainford
    Elmers End to Rainford
  • Mon 10th Jun
    11:08
    4 hrs 23 mins 4 changes
    15:31
    Elmers End
    Rainford
    Elmers End to Rainford
  • Mon 10th Jun
    12:08
    4 hrs 23 mins 4 changes
    16:31
    Elmers End
    Rainford
    Elmers End to Rainford
  • Mon 10th Jun
    13:08
    4 hrs 23 mins 4 changes
    17:31
    Elmers End
    Rainford
    Elmers End to Rainford
  • Mon 10th Jun
    14:08
    4 hrs 23 mins 4 changes
    18:31
    Elmers End
    Rainford
    Elmers End to Rainford
  • Mon 10th Jun
    15:08
    4 hrs 23 mins 4 changes
    19:31
    Elmers End
    Rainford
    Elmers End to Rainford
  • Mon 10th Jun
    20:38
    9 hrs 53 mins 4 changes
    06:31
    Elmers End
    Rainford
    Elmers End to Rainford
  • Mon 10th Jun
    23:23
    9 hrs 8 mins 4 changes
    08:31
    Elmers End
    Rainford
    Elmers End to Rainford

About Elmers End Station

Station name Elmers End (ELE)
Address Elmers End station, Elmers End Road, Elmers End, Greater London, BR3 4EJ
Managed by SE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:10 - 19:30
Saturday 06:10 - 19:30
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 Available
WiFi Unavailable
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 Elmers End and Rainford

The travel time between Elmers End and Rainford by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 5hrs 13 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 15 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Elmers End and Rainford vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 12 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:07, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:47.

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Amenities on trains between Elmers End 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 Elmers End & Rainford. owever, there are 12 possible journeys which require a change.

Avanti West Coast, London North Eastern Railway, Northern Rail, First TransPennine Express, Southeastern are the main train operating companies running services between Elmers End and Rainford.

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