What is the cheapest way to get from Woolwich to Rainham?

The cheapest way to get from Woolwich to Rainham is to drive which costs £3 - £6 and takes 28 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Woolwich to Rainham?

The fastest way to get from Woolwich to Rainham is to taxi which takes 28 min and costs £35 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Woolwich and Rainham?

No, there is no direct bus from Woolwich to Rainham. However, there are services departing from North Woolwich Free Ferry and arriving at Rainham Village School via Barking Town Centre. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 52 min.

Is there a direct train between Woolwich and Rainham?

No, there is no direct train from Woolwich station to Rainham. However, there are services departing from Woolwich Arsenal DLR Station and arriving at Rainham (London) via West Ham. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 46 min.

How far is it from Woolwich to Rainham?

The distance between Woolwich and Rainham is 13 miles. The road distance is 14.8 miles.

How do I travel from Woolwich to Rainham without a car?

The best way to get from Woolwich to Rainham without a car is to train which takes 46 min and costs £5 - £10.

How long does it take to get from Woolwich to Rainham?

It takes approximately 46 min to get from Woolwich to Rainham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Woolwich to Rainham bus from?

Woolwich to Rainham bus services, operated by Arriva UK, depart from North Woolwich Free Ferry station.

Where do I catch the Woolwich to Rainham train from?

Woolwich to Rainham train services, operated by Dockland Light Railway (DLR), depart from Woolwich Arsenal DLR Station.

Train or bus from Woolwich to Rainham?

The best way to get from Woolwich to Rainham is to train which takes 46 min and costs £5 - £10. Alternatively, you can bus and line 287 bus, which costs £3 - £5 and takes 52 min.

Where does the Woolwich to Rainham bus arrive?

Woolwich to Rainham bus services, operated by Arriva UK, arrive at Barking Town Centre station.

Where does the Woolwich to Rainham train arrive?

Woolwich to Rainham train services, operated by Dockland Light Railway (DLR), arrive at West Ham DLR Station.

Can I drive from Woolwich to Rainham?

Yes, the driving distance between Woolwich to Rainham is 15 miles. It takes approximately 28 min to drive from Woolwich to Rainham.

How do I get a train ticket from Woolwich to Rainham?

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Where can I stay near Rainham?

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There are 4 ways to get from Woolwich to Rainham by train, bus, taxi, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Woolwich Arsenal DLR Station to West Ham DLR Stationtrain Dlr
2. Take the train from West Ham to Rainham (London)train London Fenchurch Street - Grays / ...
46 min
£5–10
Bus, line 287 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from North Woolwich Free Ferry to Barking Town Centrebus Sl2
2. Take the bus from Barking Town Centre to Rainham Village Schoolbus 287
52 min
£4–5
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Woolwich to Rainhamtaxi 14.7 mi
28 min
£35–45
Drive 14.7 mi
1. Drive from Woolwich to Rainhamcar 14.7 mi
28 min
£4–6

Woolwich to Rainham by train

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Distance: 13.1 mi
Duration: 46 min

What companies run services between Woolwich, England and Rainham, Greater London, England?

You can take a train from Woolwich Arsenal DLR Station to Rainham (London) via West Ham DLR Station and West Ham in around 46 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from North Woolwich Free Ferry to Rainham Village School via Barking Town Centre in around 52 min.

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