The average train between Essex and Rainham takes 2h 7m and the fastest train takes 1h 47m. The train service runs several times per day from Essex to Rainham. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 2 hours between Essex and Rainham. The earliest departure is at 6:51 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Essex is at 9:08 PM which arrives into Rainham at 11:10 PM. All services require a transfer at Stratford (London) and take an average of 2h 7m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Essex to Rainham? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Essex to Rainham. However, there are services departing from Essex station and arriving at Rainham station via Stratford (London). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 7m.
Essex to Rainham train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from White Notley station.
Essex to Rainham train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at Rainham (Kent) station.
Book your Essex to Rainham train tickets online with Greater Anglia, Dockland Light Railway (DLR) and Southeastern.
The distance between Essex and Rainham is 52.3 km. The road distance is 113 km.
You can take a train from White Notley to Rainham (Kent) via Stratford (London), Stratford DLR Station, Stratford International DLR Station, and Stratford International in around 1h 56m.