Herne Bay to Rainham train with Southeastern

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Compare train for Herne Bay to Rainham

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Herne Bay to Rainham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £49 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 3m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £49, while a train costs an average of £49.

Distance: 36 km

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Driving

£49

Average Price

Cheapest

£15

Average Price

(fuel + tolls)

1h 3m

Average total duration

Fastest

33m

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30m

Additional time*

43m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

Southeastern

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Direct Options

Direct Options

The cheapest way to travel from Herne Bay to Rainham is a train with an average price of £49.
The fastest way to travel from Herne Bay to Rainham is by train with an average journey time of 33m.
Yes, you can take a train between Herne Bay and Rainham.
Take the train. It's meaningfully faster than driving, and the time saved usually justifies the price.

You'll arrive about 10m sooner (33m by train vs 43m by car). Tickets start at around £49 compared to roughly £15 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.

Direct services run with Southeastern.

Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.

Compare prices and tickets Herne Bay to Rainham by train

Compare train prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.

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Southeastern as well as Southeastern offer trains services from Herne Bay to Rainham.
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Journey information

Overview: Train from Herne Bay to Rainham

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Trains from Herne Bay to Rainham run on average 7 times per day, taking around 33m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £49 if you book in advance.

There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:11, the last at 23:50. The fastest train covers the 36 km distance in 1h 42m.

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
36 km
Average train duration
33m
Cheapest ticket price
£49
Trains per day
7
Direct trains
6
Fastest train
1h 42m
First train
0:11
Last train
23:50
Cheapest Month
Sept
Cheapest Day
Tue
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Sat
Least Busy Day
Sat
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: Southeastern from Herne Bay to Rainham trainsSoutheastern trains will get you between Herne Bay and Rainham from £49. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

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 Southeastern Duration
40m
Cheapest Southeastern Price
£17
Southeastern frequency
8 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: Herne Bay to Rainham train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Herne Bay 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
The cost of a train ticket from Herne Bay to Rainham can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £49, while the average price tends to be around £49.
The train journey from Herne Bay to Rainham covers a distance of 36 km and takes approximately 1h 42m. Trains run 7 per day.
The train distance from Herne Bay to Rainham is 36 km.
The first train from Herne Bay to Rainham leaves at 0:11.
The last train from Herne Bay to Rainham departs at 23:50.
Trains from Herne Bay to Rainham run approximately 7 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Herne Bay to Rainham.
Yes, there is a direct train between Herne Bay and Rainham. The service operates 6 times per day, provided by Southeastern.
To travel from Herne Bay to Rainham, you can take a train.
There is no night train service from Herne Bay to Rainham.
The train station in Herne Bay that goes to Rainham is Herne Bay station (HNB), and it arrives at Rainham (Kent) (RAI).
The cheapest way to get from Herne Bay to Rainham is by train, costing approximately £49.
Booking trains from Herne Bay to Rainham in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Herne Bay to Rainham offers some scenic views, particularly as it travels along the Kent coast, providing glimpses of the sea and picturesque countryside landscapes.
Yes, a day trip from Herne Bay to Rainham is feasible. The journey takes 1h 42m with a distance of 36 km. Trains run 4 times per day.
To fully explore Rainham, one to two days is generally sufficient, allowing time to visit local attractions and enjoy the surrounding countryside.
Yes, you can take the train from Herne Bay to Rainham.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Herne Bay and Rainham

Most Herne Bay to Rainham trains use the Herne Bay to Rainham (Kent) station pair. Use this guide to compare Herne Bay and Rainham train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Herne Bay
Arrival train stations in Rainham

Which Herne Bay station do trains to Rainham leave from?

Trains from Herne Bay to Rainham leave from Herne Bay. The station is 1 km from Herne Bay city centre at Herne Bay station, The Circus, Herne Bay, Kent, CT6 8PJ.
Herne BayHerne Bay station, The Circus, Herne Bay, Kent, CT6 8PJ+44 3303339232ShoppingParkingAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to Herne Bay from Herne Bay city centre

Herne Bay is 1 km from Herne Bay city centre. Public transport options include:

Bus912, 919, 600, 602, 603 · 5m · £3 · every ~12 min

Herne Bay train station facilities and services

Herne Bay has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Herne Bay. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Helpline Contact: 0345 322 7021 or Text relay 18001 0345 322 7021 Freephone 0800 783 4524 or Text Relay 18001 0800 783 4524, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.

Luggage and lost property

Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Herne Bay: Parking, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Herne Bay: Bike Parking.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Herne Bay: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category B3. This station has a degree of step-free access to the platform, which may be in both directions or in one direction only - please check details -Step free access to platform 2 for services away from London direct from the station entrance. There is no step free access to Platform 1. Only Stepped access via the station subway to platform 1 for services towards London. No step free interchange between platforms, Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not wheelchair accessible, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available to book, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: platform 2, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Monday - Friday 06:10 - 19:00 Saturday 06:10 - 19:00 Sunday 09:10 - 16:00, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.

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