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Trains from Rainford (RNF) to Elephant & Castle (EPH)

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27

train journeys
per day

179

miles (289 kms)

4hrs 7 mins

fastest journey

06:32 / 20:10

first / last train

0

direct trains (3 or 4 changes)

3

operators run

2

routes

Trains from Rainford (RNF) to Elephant & Castle (EPH)

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On a typical weekday there are 27 scheduled rail journeys between Rainford and Elephant & Castle , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 27 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Rainford to Elephant & Castle is approximately 179 miles (289 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs 20 mins.

Avanti West Coast, Northern Rail, Merseyrail are the main train operating companies running services between Rainford and Elephant & Castle.

There are 2 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Rainford to Elephant & Castle. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 7 mins.

Map of the rail routes from Rainford to Elephant & Castle

Journeys from Rainford to Elephant & Castle Today

  • Mon 23rd Sep
    06:32
    4 hrs 26 mins4 changes
    10:58
    Rainford
    Elephant & Castle
    Rainford to Elephant & Castle
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    07:00
    4 hrs 7 mins3 changes
    11:07
    Rainford
    Elephant & Castle
    Rainford to Elephant & Castle
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    07:33
    4 hrs 25 mins4 changes
    11:58
    Rainford
    Elephant & Castle
    Rainford to Elephant & Castle
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    08:00
    4 hrs 7 mins3 changes
    12:07
    Rainford
    Elephant & Castle
    Rainford to Elephant & Castle
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    08:32
    4 hrs 27 mins4 changes
    12:59
    Rainford
    Elephant & Castle
    Rainford to Elephant & Castle
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    09:00
    4 hrs 8 mins3 changes
    13:08
    Rainford
    Elephant & Castle
    Rainford to Elephant & Castle
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    09:32
    4 hrs 26 mins4 changes
    13:58
    Rainford
    Elephant & Castle
    Rainford to Elephant & Castle
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    10:00
    4 hrs 7 mins3 changes
    14:07
    Rainford
    Elephant & Castle
    Rainford to Elephant & Castle
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    10:32
    4 hrs 26 mins4 changes
    14:58
    Rainford
    Elephant & Castle
    Rainford to Elephant & Castle
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    10:53
    4 hrs 15 mins3 changes
    15:08
    Rainford
    Elephant & Castle
    Rainford to Elephant & Castle
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    11:32
    4 hrs 26 mins4 changes
    15:58
    Rainford
    Elephant & Castle
    Rainford to Elephant & Castle
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    12:00
    4 hrs 7 mins3 changes
    16:07
    Rainford
    Elephant & Castle
    Rainford to Elephant & Castle
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    12:32
    4 hrs 27 mins4 changes
    16:59
    Rainford
    Elephant & Castle
    Rainford to Elephant & Castle
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    13:00
    4 hrs 8 mins3 changes
    17:08
    Rainford
    Elephant & Castle
    Rainford to Elephant & Castle
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    13:32
    4 hrs 26 mins4 changes
    17:58
    Rainford
    Elephant & Castle
    Rainford to Elephant & Castle
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    14:00
    4 hrs 7 mins3 changes
    18:07
    Rainford
    Elephant & Castle
    Rainford to Elephant & Castle
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    14:24
    4 hrs 34 mins4 changes
    18:58
    Rainford
    Elephant & Castle
    Rainford to Elephant & Castle
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    14:46
    4 hrs 22 mins3 changes
    19:08
    Rainford
    Elephant & Castle
    Rainford to Elephant & Castle
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    15:32
    4 hrs 26 mins4 changes
    19:58
    Rainford
    Elephant & Castle
    Rainford to Elephant & Castle
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    16:00
    4 hrs 7 mins3 changes
    20:07
    Rainford
    Elephant & Castle
    Rainford to Elephant & Castle

About Rainford Station

Station name Rainford (RNF)
AddressRainford station, Junction Road, Rainford, Merseyside, WA11 8SJ
Managed byNT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours
Ticket on DepartureAvailable
From Ticket MachinesYes
From ticket officeNo

Other Facilities

ToiletsUnavailable
Baby changeUnavailable
ShowersUnavailable
Waiting RoomUnavailable
WiFiUnavailable
ATM MachineUnavailable

About Elephant & Castle Station

Station name Elephant & Castle (EPH)
AddressElephant & Castle station, Elephant Road, Camberwell, London, SE17 1LB
Managed byTL

Ticket Office

Ticket Office HoursMonday to Friday 07:00 - 20:10
Saturday 06:40 - 20:10
Sunday 09:10 - 18:40
Ticket on DepartureAvailable
From Ticket MachinesYes
From ticket officeYes

Other Facilities

ToiletsAvailable
Baby changeAvailable
ShowersUnavailable
Waiting RoomUnavailable
WiFiAvailable
ATM MachineAvailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Rainford and Elephant & Castle

The travel time between Rainford and Elephant & Castle by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 4hrs 20 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 7 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Rainford and Elephant & Castle vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 27 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:32, and the last train of the day leaves at 20:10.

First class tickets on trains between Rainford and Elephant & Castle typically offer more space, complimentary food and drink, and other amenities compared to standard class.

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

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Rainford & Elephant & Castle. owever, there are 27 possible journeys which require a change.

Avanti West Coast, Northern Rail, Merseyrail are the main train operating companies running services between Rainford and Elephant & Castle.

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