The average train between Hull and Rainhill takes 2h 36m and the fastest train takes 2h 26m. There is a train service every few hours from Hull to Rainhill. 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 Hull and Rainhill. The earliest departure is at 6:00 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Hull is at 9:03 PM which arrives into Rainhill at 5:59 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 36m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Hull to Rainhill. However, there are services departing from Hull station and arriving at Rainhill station via Lea Green. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 36m.
Hull to Rainhill train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Hull station.
Hull to Rainhill train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Lea Green station.
Book your Hull to Rainhill train tickets online with TransPennine Express and Northern Trains Limited.
The distance between Hull and Rainhill is 164.3 km. The road distance is 186 km.
TransPennine Express operates a train from Hull to Lea Green hourly. Tickets cost £40–70 and the journey takes 2h 13m.