The average train between Stamford and Rayleigh takes 2h 32m and the fastest train takes 2h 12m. There is a train service every few hours from Stamford to Rayleigh. 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 Stamford and Rayleigh. The earliest departure is at 6:05 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Stamford is at 9:58 PM which arrives into Rayleigh at 12:25 AM. All services require a transfer at Peterborough and take an average of 2h 32m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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2h 53m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Stamford to Rayleigh? 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 Stamford to Rayleigh. However, there are services departing from Stamford station and arriving at Rayleigh station via King's Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 32m.
Stamford to Rayleigh train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Peterborough station.
Stamford to Rayleigh train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Rayleigh station.
Book your Stamford to Rayleigh train tickets online with Cross Country, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) and 4 other operators.
The distance between Stamford and Rayleigh is 139.7 km. The road distance is 198 km.
You can take a train from Stamford to Rayleigh via Peterborough, London Kings Cross, King's Cross St. Pancras station, Liverpool Street station, and London Liverpool Street in around 2h 15m.