The average train between Harwich and Rainham takes 2h 59m and the fastest train takes 2h 14m. There is a train service every few hours from Harwich 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 hourly between Harwich and Rainham. The earliest departure is at 5:24 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Harwich is at 11:26 PM which arrives into Rainham at 10:09 AM. All services require a transfer at Manningtree and take an average of 2h 59m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Harwich 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 Harwich to Rainham. However, there are services departing from Harwich station and arriving at Rainham station via Stratford (London). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 59m.
Harwich to Rainham train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from Manningtree station.
Harwich to Rainham train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at Rainham (Kent) station.
Book your Harwich to Rainham train tickets online with Greater Anglia, Dockland Light Railway (DLR) and Southeastern.
The distance between Harwich and Rainham is 79.5 km. The road distance is 160 km.
You can take a train from Harwich Town to Rainham (Kent) via Manningtree, Stratford (London), Stratford DLR Station, Stratford International DLR Station, and Stratford International in around 2h 40m.