The average train between Rye and Sandgate takes 56 min and the fastest train takes 35 min. There is a train service every few hours from Rye to Sandgate. 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 Rye and Sandgate. The earliest departure is at 5:44 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Rye is at 10:48 PM which arrives into Sandgate at 11:45 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 56 min. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Rye to Sandgate. However, there are services departing from Rye station and arriving at Sandgate station via Ashford International. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 56 min.
Rye to Sandgate train services, operated by Southern, depart from Rye station.
Rye to Sandgate train services, operated by Southern, arrive at Folkestone West station.
Book your Rye to Sandgate train tickets online with Southern and Southeastern.
The distance between Rye and Sandgate is 32.2 km. The road distance is 46 km.
You can take a train from Rye to Folkestone West via Ashford International in around 52 min.