Abbey Wood to Rainham train with Thameslink

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Abbey Wood to Rainham

Showing times and prices for 15 Nov

Cheapest price

£16

Average price

£17

Fastest journey

58 m

Average duration

1 h 8 m

Trains per day

3

Distance

37 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Abbey Wood to Rainham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Abbey Wood to Rainham will cost around £17 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £16.

Fast trains

Of the 3 trains that leave Abbey Wood for Rainham every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct trains cover the 37 km distance in an average of 1 h 8 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 58 m .

The slowest trains will take 1 h 20 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.

Thameslink
04:561h20
Abbey Wood
06:16Rainham
£161One-way
0 changes
Thameslink
16:470h58
Abbey Wood
17:45Rainham
£171One-way
0 changes
Thameslink
04:381h07
Abbey Wood
05:45Rainham
£171One-way
0 changes

Live departures

Abbey Wood to Rainham train times

The table below shows live departures for Abbey Wood to Rainham trains for today, Friday 14 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 10:29
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
thameslink12:47 Abbey Wood
0h58
13:45 Rainham0 changesdirect
Saturday 15 November
thameslink04:38 Abbey Wood
1h07
05:45 Rainham0 changesdirect
thameslink04:56 Abbey Wood
1h20
06:16 Rainham0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Abbey Wood to Rainham

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Trains from Abbey Wood to Rainham run on average 3 times per day, taking around 1h 1m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £6 if you book in advance.

There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:45, the last at 23:47. The fastest train covers the 37 km distance in 1h 7m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
37 km
Average train duration
1h 1m
Cheapest ticket price
£6
Trains per day
3
Direct trains
1
Fastest train
1h 7m
First train
04:45
Last train
23:47
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Train companies: Thameslink, Southeastern from Abbey Wood to Rainham trainsThameslink, Southeastern trains will get you between Abbey Wood and Rainham from £6. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Thameslink

About
Thameslink is a train service that operates in the United Kingdom. It is operated by Govia Thameslink Railway and serves the counties of Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire, Hertfordshire, London, and Surrey. The trains run from early morning until late at night, with some services running 24 hours a day. There are a variety of train types available, including Class 700 Desiro City, Class 377 Electrostar, Class 387/1 Electrostar, and Class 319/0. Ticket types include Anytime, Off-Peak, Super Off-Peak, and Advance. Onboard facilities include Wi-Fi, power sockets, and air conditioning. The most popular routes for Thameslink are London to Brighton, London to Bedford, and London to Luton.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
58m
Cheapest Price
£16
Thameslink frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies depend on ticket type
Refund
Full refund available if service is canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on some routes offering drinks and snacks
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets free of charge. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
Family area

Southeastern

About
Southeastern is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London to Kent, Sussex, Surrey and parts of East Anglia. It runs services from early morning until late at night, seven days a week. Southeastern has a range of train types, including high-speed Javelin trains, commuter-friendly Metro services, and the classic InterCity services. Ticket types include Advance, Off-Peak, Super Off-Peak, and Anytime tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for Southeastern are London to Kent, London to Eastbourne, and London to Hastings.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 11m
Cheapest Price
£6
Southeastern frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and luggage storage areas at the end of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies vary by ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on most services
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and ramps for boarding
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs allowed with ticket. Guide dogs free
Quiet zone
Family area

FAQs: Abbey Wood to Rainham train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Abbey Wood to Rainham by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Rainham, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
To fully explore Rainham, one to two days is generally sufficient, allowing time to visit local attractions and enjoy the surrounding countryside.
The cost of a train ticket from Abbey Wood to Rainham can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £6, while the average price tends to be around £14.
The cheapest way to get from Abbey Wood to Rainham is by train, costing approximately £6.
Booking trains from Abbey Wood to Rainham in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train distance from Abbey Wood to Rainham is 37 km.
The train journey from Abbey Wood to Rainham covers a distance of 37 km and takes approximately 1h 7m. Trains run 3 per day.
The last train from Abbey Wood to Rainham departs at 23:47.
The train station in Abbey Wood that goes to Rainham is Abbey Wood Station (ABW), and it arrives at Rainham (Kent) (RAI).
Yes, there is a direct train between Abbey Wood and Rainham. The service operates 1 times per day, provided by Thameslink.
The first train from Abbey Wood to Rainham leaves at 4:45.
There is no night train service from Abbey Wood to Rainham.
Trains from Abbey Wood to Rainham run approximately 3 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Abbey Wood to Rainham.
Yes, you can take the train from Abbey Wood to Rainham.
To get from Abbey Wood to Rainham, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Abbey Wood and Rainham

Abbey Wood
Rainham
The major train station for departures in Abbey Wood is Abbey Wood Station. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Abbey Wood Station for your trip from Abbey Wood to Rainham.
Amenities at train station
ParkingParking
DiningDining
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:10 - 20:05 Saturday 06:10 - 20:05 Sunday 07:30 - 19:30
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: No
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: Yes
  • Step free access coverage: Yes
  • Step free access note: Accessibility Category A. This station has step-free access to all platforms. Staff ramp assistance is always available. Accessible seating is available in the ticket hall and platforms.
  • Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
  • Accessible toilets: Yes
  • Ramp for train access: Yes
  • Wheelchairs available: Yes
  • Wheelchairs available open hours: Staff are available to assist from the first to last train.
  • Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: On the paid side of the barrier within the stations ticket hall. Separate baby change facilities are also available within the ticket hall on the paid side of the barrier.
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • National key toilets location: Accessible toilet is located on the paid side of the barrier in the stations ticket hall. This toilet is operated with a radar key.
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
  • Helpline Contact: 0343 222 1234
  • Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
Public transport options for Abbey Wood Station
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Towards Dartford - Bus stop B (outside of the station) Towards Plumstead - Bus stop A (outside of the station)

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