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Trip Summary
You can pick from 16 daily train trips between Rochester and Rainham. The average train journey from Rochester to Rainham takes 15 minutes, but some Southeastern train trips are as short as 12 minutes.
| Distance | 5 mi (8 km) |
| Fastest train | 0h 12m |
| Lowest price | €6.00 |
| Trains per day | 24 |
| Most frequent service | Thameslink |
| Train lines | 2 |
Which train should you take from Rochester to Rainham?
2 train services operate from Rochester to Rainham. Thameslink usually has more trains scheduled, with 8 trips per day. That said, it's still worth comparing the prices and trip durations:
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Southeastern | 8 | 0h 14m | €6.24 |
| Thameslink | 8 | 0h 16m | €6.35 |
Southeastern is a rail franchise that operates passenger train services between central London and southeast England. The company's fleet of over 300 trains stops at 180 stations across London, Kent, and East Sussex, and standard and first-class fares are available. First-class passengers enjoy dedicated areas, larger seats, more legroom, and a quieter travel experience. Onboard restrooms are available for all passengers.
Thameslink services run 24 hours a day with trains usually every 20-30 minutes, and coverage between Kent, Surrey, Hertfordshire, and London. Thameslink has separate first-class cars, and standard-class seating may be standing room only during peak hours.
Frequently Asked Questions
On a weekly basis, the greatest number of passengers tend to travel by trains from Rochester to Rainham on Saturday. Tickets for Saturday tend to also be the most expensive. For savvy travelers looking for cheaper priced tickets search for travel departing on Saturday. Saturday also tend to have less passengers which may make boarding faster and let you snag your perfect seat.
The earliest train departs Rochester at 12:00 while the last train of the day leaves at 21:00. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.
There are 16 scheduled trains on most days. 24 of these are direct connections to Rainham. While direct trains may still make stops along the way, you will not need to switch trains at any point. If you're looking to get to your destination faster, a direct train is the convenient and time-efficient choice.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Rainham to Rochester.
City Information
Station Information
Where is the train station in Rochester?
Main departure station: Strood Station
There are two stations in Rochester where you can board the train to Rainham.
All train stations in Rochester:
Strood Station
86 Corporation Street
Where is the train station in Rainham?
Main arrival station: Rainham (Kent)
Rainham has one train station.
Train stations in Rainham:
Rainham (Kent)
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