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Trains from Rainham (Kent) (RAI) to Canterbury West (CBW)

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30

train journeys
per day

20

miles (33 kms)

54 mins

fastest journey

00:58 / 00:02

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

1

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Rainham (Kent) (RAI) to Canterbury West (CBW)

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On a typical weekday there are 30 scheduled rail journeys between Rainham (Kent) and Canterbury West , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 30 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Rainham (Kent) to Canterbury West is approximately 20 miles (33 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 1hrs 16 mins.

Southeastern are the main train operating companies running services between Rainham (Kent) and Canterbury West.

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Rainham (Kent) to Canterbury West. The fastest journey time on this route takes 54 mins.

Journeys from Rainham (Kent) to Canterbury West Today

  • Mon 13th May
    00:58
    5 hrs 2 mins 2 changes
    06:00
    Rainham (Kent)
    Canterbury West
    Rainham (Kent) to Canterbury West
  • Mon 13th May
    05:57
    1 hrs 3 mins 1 change
    07:00
    Rainham (Kent)
    Canterbury West
    Rainham (Kent) to Canterbury West
  • Mon 13th May
    06:05
    1 hrs 33 mins 1 change
    07:38
    Rainham (Kent)
    Canterbury West
    Rainham (Kent) to Canterbury West
  • Mon 13th May
    07:00
    1 hrs 1 change
    08:00
    Rainham (Kent)
    Canterbury West
    Rainham (Kent) to Canterbury West
  • Mon 13th May
    07:03
    1 hrs 27 mins 1 change
    08:30
    Rainham (Kent)
    Canterbury West
    Rainham (Kent) to Canterbury West
  • Mon 13th May
    07:34
    59 mins 1 change
    08:33
    Rainham (Kent)
    Canterbury West
    Rainham (Kent) to Canterbury West
  • Mon 13th May
    08:06
    55 mins 1 change
    09:01
    Rainham (Kent)
    Canterbury West
    Rainham (Kent) to Canterbury West
  • Mon 13th May
    09:06
    55 mins 1 change
    10:01
    Rainham (Kent)
    Canterbury West
    Rainham (Kent) to Canterbury West
  • Mon 13th May
    10:06
    55 mins 1 change
    11:01
    Rainham (Kent)
    Canterbury West
    Rainham (Kent) to Canterbury West
  • Mon 13th May
    11:06
    55 mins 1 change
    12:01
    Rainham (Kent)
    Canterbury West
    Rainham (Kent) to Canterbury West
  • Mon 13th May
    12:06
    55 mins 1 change
    13:01
    Rainham (Kent)
    Canterbury West
    Rainham (Kent) to Canterbury West
  • Mon 13th May
    13:06
    55 mins 1 change
    14:01
    Rainham (Kent)
    Canterbury West
    Rainham (Kent) to Canterbury West
  • Mon 13th May
    14:06
    55 mins 1 change
    15:01
    Rainham (Kent)
    Canterbury West
    Rainham (Kent) to Canterbury West
  • Mon 13th May
    15:06
    57 mins 1 change
    16:03
    Rainham (Kent)
    Canterbury West
    Rainham (Kent) to Canterbury West
  • Mon 13th May
    15:34
    54 mins 1 change
    16:28
    Rainham (Kent)
    Canterbury West
    Rainham (Kent) to Canterbury West
  • Mon 13th May
    16:06
    58 mins 1 change
    17:04
    Rainham (Kent)
    Canterbury West
    Rainham (Kent) to Canterbury West
  • Mon 13th May
    16:32
    57 mins 1 change
    17:29
    Rainham (Kent)
    Canterbury West
    Rainham (Kent) to Canterbury West
  • Mon 13th May
    17:06
    57 mins 1 change
    18:03
    Rainham (Kent)
    Canterbury West
    Rainham (Kent) to Canterbury West
  • Mon 13th May
    17:38
    56 mins 1 change
    18:34
    Rainham (Kent)
    Canterbury West
    Rainham (Kent) to Canterbury West
  • Mon 13th May
    18:03
    55 mins 1 change
    18:58
    Rainham (Kent)
    Canterbury West
    Rainham (Kent) to Canterbury West

About Rainham (Kent) Station

Station name Rainham (Kent) (RAI)
Address Rainham station, Station Road, Rainham, Kent, ME8 7SF
Managed by SE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:00 - 19:30
Saturday 07:00 - 19:00
Sunday 08:00 - 19:00
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 Available

About Canterbury West Station

Station name Canterbury West (CBW)
Address Canterbury West station, Station Road West, Canterbury, Kent, CT2 8AN
Managed by SE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:15 - 19:30
Saturday 06:15 - 19:30
Sunday 08:30 - 17:00
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

Frequently asked questions about trains between Rainham (Kent) and Canterbury West

The travel time between Rainham (Kent) and Canterbury West by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 1hrs 16 mins & the fastest journey takes 54 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Rainham (Kent) and Canterbury West vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 30 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 00:58, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:02.

First class tickets on trains between Rainham (Kent) and Canterbury West typically offer more space, complimentary food and drink, and other amenities compared to standard class.

Amenities on trains between Rainham (Kent) and Canterbury West can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Rainham (Kent) & Canterbury West. owever, there are 30 possible journeys which require a change.

Southeastern are the main train operating companies running services between Rainham (Kent) and Canterbury West.

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between Rainham (Kent) and Canterbury West, but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.