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Trains from Rainham (Essex) to York

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Trains to York from Rainham (Essex)

First train

04:05

Last train

22:53

Departure stationRainham (Essex)
Arrival stationYork
Journey time

From 3h 5m

Distance

177 miles (285 km)

Frequency

18 trains per day

Changes

2 changes

Train operators

CrossCountry, East Midlands Railway, Grand Central Railway, Great Northern, Greater Anglia, London North Eastern Railway, London Overground, Thameslink, TransPennine Express, c2c

Trains to York from Rainham (Essex)

Want to travel from Rainham (Essex) to York by train? Start your journey with us.

It takes an average of 4 hours 1 minute to travel from Rainham (Essex) to York by train. You'll find on average 18 trains per day running on this route.

There aren't any direct services on this line, but it's still easy to travel to York by train; you'll need to make 2 changes.

Trains on this route are operated by London North Eastern Railway, Greater Anglia, East Midlands Railway and Thameslink.

Generally, booking Advance train tickets works out cheaper.

See our Journey Planner for up-to-date times and prices.

What do people frequently ask about the train journey from Rainham (Essex) to York?

Want to know more about your journey from Rainham (Essex) to York? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

How do you travel to York from Rainham (Essex)?

To get to York from Rainham (Essex), why not take the train? With 18 trains per day and an average journey time of 4 hours and 1 minute, taking the train is a great way to travel. See our Journey Planner for up-to-date times and prices.

How long does it take to get from Rainham (Essex) to York by train?

On average, it takes around 4 hours and 1 minute to travel from Rainham (Essex) to York by train, although you can get there in 3 hours and 5 minutes on the fastest services. With 18 trains per day running on this route, journey times may vary, so check our Journey Planner for more information.

How fast can trains travel from Rainham (Essex) to York?

The fastest time a train can travel the 177 miles (285 km) from Rainham (Essex) to York is 3 hours and 5 minutes.

Are there any direct trains from Rainham (Essex) to York?

There are no direct trains that run between Rainham (Essex) and York. You’ll need to make at least 2 changes along the way.

How do I find cheap train tickets from Rainham (Essex) to York?

As most UK train companies increase their prices as the departure date approaches, our Trainline team of experts have put together these tips to help you find the cheapest tickets.

1. Sign up to Ticket Alert

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2. Use a Railcard

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3. Book split tickets

Our handy feature SplitSave will 'split' your train journey into multiple tickets, which can be much cheaper than buying a single ticket. Find out more about split tickets.

4. Travel Off-Peak

If you can be flexible with your travel times, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets are usually cheaper in the UK. Generally, Off-Peak times are any time at weekends and outside of Monday to Friday morning and evening rush hours.

5. Consider a Season Ticket

Best for commuters, if you catch a train on the same route more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly, weekly and flexi options available, find out if a Season Ticket for Rainham (Essex) to York is right for you.

For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.

§Advance adult single fare. Excludes booking fee. Prices seen by Trainline customers in the last 30 days. Availability limited.
† 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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