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Meadowhall to Rayleigh by train

First train

18:17

Last train

18:17

Departure station

Meadowhall

Arrival station

Rayleigh

Journey time

From 3h 39m

Distance

152 miles (245 km)

Changes

4 changes

Train operators

TransPennine Express, Greater Anglia, Thameslink, London North Eastern Railway

How to travel from Meadowhall to Rayleigh by train

Want to find out more about taking the train from Meadowhall to Rayleigh? Look no further.

You'll usually find 0 trains per day running between Meadowhall and Rayleigh, which usually take 3 hours 39 minutes to complete the 152 miles (245 km) journey. It can take as little as 3 hours 39 minutes on the fastest services though, if you want to get there as quickly as possible. Although there aren't any direct services on this line, it's still easy to travel to Rayleigh by train, you'll just need to make 4 changes along the way. London North Eastern Railway, Greater Anglia or Thameslink are the main rail operators on this route, all of which offer modern trains with plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating.

Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to search for cheap ticket prices – we'll show you how much you can save on train tickets from Meadowhall to Rayleigh if you book in advance. Travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard can also help you save.

Keen to book your train tickets to Rayleigh? No need to wait, start a search with us today! If you want to find out a bit more about the journey first, you can find our train timetable with live train times above, and tips on booking cheap tickets and our FAQs further down the page.

Journey details

Want to know more about your journey from Meadowhall to Rayleigh? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

What's the fastest journey time between Meadowhall and Rayleigh by train?

The fastest journey time by train from Meadowhall to Rayleigh is 3 hours and 39 minutes.

Is there a direct train from Meadowhall to Rayleigh?

No, there are no direct train services from Meadowhall to Rayleigh. Travelling from Meadowhall to Rayleigh by train will require a minimum of 4 changes.

What time does the first train from Meadowhall to Rayleigh leave?

The first train from Meadowhall to Rayleigh leaves at 18:17. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.

What time does the last train from Meadowhall to Rayleigh leave?

The last train from Meadowhall to Rayleigh leaves at 18:17. Trains that depart in the early morning hours or very late evening may be sleeper services, time and services may also vary during weekends and holidays.

What's the distance between Meadowhall and Rayleigh by train?

Trains travelling from Meadowhall to Rayleigh cover a distance of around 152 miles (245 km) during the journey.

Cheap train tickets from Meadowhall to Rayleigh

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Consider a Season Ticket

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† Average savings on advance fares booked at least one week before day of travel vs Anytime fares purchased on day of travel. Subject to availability. Excludes coach.

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