Trains to Rayleigh from Birmingham New Street
| First train | 05:30 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 23:11 | |
| Departure station | Birmingham New Street | |
| Arrival station | Rayleigh | |
| Journey time | From 2h 46m | |
| Distance | 123 miles (197 km) | |
| Frequency | 41 trains per day | |
| Changes | 2 changes | |
| Train operators | Avanti West Coast, Chiltern Railways, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, Greater Anglia, Transport for Wales |
Travel from Birmingham New Street to Rayleigh by train in 2 hours 46 minutes
If you want to know more about the journey from Birmingham New Street to Rayleigh by train, look no further!
The average journey time from Birmingham New Street to Rayleigh by train is 4 hours 19 minutes, although on the fastest services it can take just 2 hours 46 minutes. You'll usually find 41 trains per day travelling the 123 miles (197 km) between these two destinations. You'll need to make 2 changes along the way to Rayleigh. You'll be travelling with Avanti West Coast, Great Western Railway or Greater Anglia on your way to Rayleigh, as these are the main rail operators on this route.
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