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It takes an average of 2h 31m to travel from Rainham (Kent) to London Waterloo East by train, over a distance of around 32 miles (52 km). There are normally 77 trains per day travelling from Rainham (Kent) to London Waterloo East and tickets for this journey start from £7.30 when you book in advance.
| First train | 05:00 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 00:36 | |
| Departure station | Rainham (Kent) | |
| Arrival station | London Waterloo East | |
| Journey time | From 1h 4m | |
| Distance | 32 miles (52 km) | |
| Frequency | 77 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Price | From £7.30 | |
| Train operators | London Overground, South Western Railway, Southeastern, Southern, Thameslink |
Taking the train from Rainham (Kent) to London Waterloo East in 1 hour 4 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Rainham (Kent) to London Waterloo East? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 2 hours 31 minutes to travel the 32 miles (52 km) from Rainham (Kent) to London Waterloo East by train, although you can get there in as little as 1 hour 4 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 77 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 1 change along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. You're likely to be travelling with South Western Railway, Southeastern or Thameslink to London Waterloo East. As the main train operators on this route, all offer plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating as standard.
Book train tickets from Rainham (Kent) to London Waterloo East in advance instead of buying them on the day and they can start from £7.30. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices in our Journey Planner, for example when you travel at Off-Peak times or use a Railcard.
If you're feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to London Waterloo East by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.
What do people frequently ask about the train journey from Rainham (Kent) to London Waterloo East?
Want to know more about your journey from Rainham (Kent) to London Waterloo East? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.
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How do I find cheap train tickets from Rainham (Kent) to London Waterloo East?
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. Book in advance
2. Sign up to Ticket Alert
3. Use a Railcard
4. Book split tickets
5. Travel Off-Peak
6. Consider a Season Ticket
For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.