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Trains from Herne Bay (HNB) to Rainhill (RNH)

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20

train journeys
per day

216

miles (348 kms)

4hrs 39 mins

fastest journey

04:52 / 00:23

first / last train

0

direct trains (3 or 4 changes)

6

operators run

7

routes

Trains from Herne Bay (HNB) to Rainhill (RNH)

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On a typical weekday there are 20 scheduled rail journeys between Herne Bay 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 Herne Bay to Rainhill is approximately 216 miles (348 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 6hrs.

First TransPennine Express, Northern Rail, Transport for Wales, Southeastern, Avanti West Coast, East Midlands Railway are the main train operating companies running services between Herne Bay and Rainhill.

There are 7 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Herne Bay to Rainhill. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 39 mins.

Journeys from Herne Bay to Rainhill Today

  • Mon 10th Jun
    04:52
    5 hrs 38 mins 3 changes
    10:30
    Herne Bay
    Rainhill
    Herne Bay to Rainhill
  • Mon 10th Jun
    05:52
    5 hrs 38 mins 3 changes
    11:30
    Herne Bay
    Rainhill
    Herne Bay to Rainhill
  • Mon 10th Jun
    07:14
    5 hrs 16 mins 3 changes
    12:30
    Herne Bay
    Rainhill
    Herne Bay to Rainhill
  • Mon 10th Jun
    08:08
    5 hrs 22 mins 3 changes
    13:30
    Herne Bay
    Rainhill
    Herne Bay to Rainhill
  • Mon 10th Jun
    09:11
    5 hrs 19 mins 3 changes
    14:30
    Herne Bay
    Rainhill
    Herne Bay to Rainhill
  • Mon 10th Jun
    10:20
    5 hrs 10 mins 3 changes
    15:30
    Herne Bay
    Rainhill
    Herne Bay to Rainhill
  • Mon 10th Jun
    10:46
    5 hrs 9 mins 3 changes
    15:55
    Herne Bay
    Rainhill
    Herne Bay to Rainhill
  • Mon 10th Jun
    11:20
    5 hrs 10 mins 3 changes
    16:30
    Herne Bay
    Rainhill
    Herne Bay to Rainhill
  • Mon 10th Jun
    11:46
    5 hrs 5 mins 3 changes
    16:51
    Herne Bay
    Rainhill
    Herne Bay to Rainhill
  • Mon 10th Jun
    12:20
    5 hrs 10 mins 3 changes
    17:30
    Herne Bay
    Rainhill
    Herne Bay to Rainhill
  • Mon 10th Jun
    13:20
    4 hrs 43 mins 4 changes
    18:03
    Herne Bay
    Rainhill
    Herne Bay to Rainhill
  • Mon 10th Jun
    13:46
    5 hrs 7 mins 3 changes
    18:53
    Herne Bay
    Rainhill
    Herne Bay to Rainhill
  • Mon 10th Jun
    14:20
    5 hrs 10 mins 3 changes
    19:30
    Herne Bay
    Rainhill
    Herne Bay to Rainhill
  • Mon 10th Jun
    15:20
    4 hrs 39 mins 3 changes
    19:59
    Herne Bay
    Rainhill
    Herne Bay to Rainhill
  • Mon 10th Jun
    16:14
    5 hrs 16 mins 3 changes
    21:30
    Herne Bay
    Rainhill
    Herne Bay to Rainhill
  • Mon 10th Jun
    16:46
    5 hrs 35 mins 3 changes
    22:21
    Herne Bay
    Rainhill
    Herne Bay to Rainhill
  • Mon 10th Jun
    18:18
    5 hrs 33 mins 3 changes
    23:51
    Herne Bay
    Rainhill
    Herne Bay to Rainhill
  • Mon 10th Jun
    18:40
    11 hrs 18 mins 4 changes
    05:58
    Herne Bay
    Rainhill
    Herne Bay to Rainhill
  • Mon 10th Jun
    20:46
    9 hrs 44 mins 3 changes
    06:30
    Herne Bay
    Rainhill
    Herne Bay to Rainhill
  • Mon 10th Jun
    22:32
    9 hrs 58 mins 4 changes
    08:30
    Herne Bay
    Rainhill
    Herne Bay to Rainhill

About Herne Bay Station

Station name Herne Bay (HNB)
Address Herne Bay station, The Circus, Herne Bay, Kent, CT6 8PJ
Managed by SE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:10 - 19:00
Saturday 06:10 - 19:00
Sunday 09:10 - 16:00
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 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 Herne Bay and Rainhill

The travel time between Herne Bay and Rainhill by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 6hrs & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 39 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Herne Bay 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 04:52, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:23.

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

Amenities on trains between Herne Bay 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 Herne Bay & Rainhill. owever, there are 20 possible journeys which require a change.

First TransPennine Express, Northern Rail, Transport for Wales, Southeastern, Avanti West Coast, East Midlands Railway are the main train operating companies running services between Herne Bay and Rainhill.

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