Rainham (Kent) (RAI) to London Cannon Street (CST) train with Southeastern

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Rainham (Kent) (RAI) to London Cannon Street (CST)

Showing times and prices for 06 Nov

Cheapest price

£8

Average price

£25

Fastest journey

1 h 1 m

Average duration

1 h 18 m

Trains per day

6

Distance

51 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Rainham (Kent) (RAI) to London Cannon Street (CST) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Rainham (Kent) (RAI) to London Cannon Street (CST) will cost around £25 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £8.

Fast trains

Of the 6 trains that leave Rainham (Kent) (RAI) for London Cannon Street (CST) every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct trains cover the 51 km distance in an average of 1 h 18 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 1 m .

The slowest trains will take 1 h 30 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.

ThameslinkY36488+SoutheasternP18460
09:001h44
Rainham (Kent) (RAI)
10:44London Cannon Street (CST)
£81One-way
1 change
ThameslinkY36482+SoutheasternP19766
08:301h06
Rainham (Kent) (RAI)
09:36London Cannon Street (CST)
£181One-way
1 change
SoutheasternP19767
08:051h01
Rainham (Kent) (RAI)
09:06London Cannon Street (CST)
£211One-way
0 changes
SoutheasternP19545+TubeTube from London Victoria to London Cannon Street
08:531h28
Rainham (Kent) (RAI)
10:21London Cannon Street (CST)
£311One-way
1 change
ThameslinkY36488+Tfl RailP06728+TubeTube from Whitechapel to London Cannon Street
09:001h30
Rainham (Kent) (RAI)
10:30London Cannon Street (CST)
£331One-way
2 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Rainham (Kent) (RAI) to London Cannon Street (CST)

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Rainham (Kent) (RAI) to London Cannon Street (CST) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £11. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 18m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £11, and a train costs an average of £6.

Distance: 51 km

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Coach

£19

Average Price

£17

Average Price

Cheapest

1h 48m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 18m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

3h 9m

Average total duration

2h 39m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

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Live departures

Rainham (Kent) (RAI) to London Cannon Street (CST) train times

Showing trains for today, Wednesday 5 November
Last updated at 01:00
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
thameslinkY36461+southeasternP19772
On time
05:30 Rainham (Kent) (RAI)
1h01
06:31 London Cannon Street (CST)		1 change
southeasternP19771
On time
06:04 Rainham (Kent) (RAI)
1h02
07:06 London Cannon Street (CST)		0 changesdirect
southeasternP19770
On time
06:35 Rainham (Kent) (RAI)
1h01
07:36 London Cannon Street (CST)		0 changesdirect
southeasternP19769
On time
07:05 Rainham (Kent) (RAI)
1h01
08:06 London Cannon Street (CST)		0 changesdirect
southeasternP19768
On time
07:35 Rainham (Kent) (RAI)
1h01
08:36 London Cannon Street (CST)		0 changesdirect
southeasternP19767
On time
08:05 Rainham (Kent) (RAI)
1h01
09:06 London Cannon Street (CST)		0 changesdirect
thameslinkY36482+southeasternP19766
On time
08:30 Rainham (Kent) (RAI)
1h06
09:36 London Cannon Street (CST)		1 change
southeasternP19799+tfl_railP07931+assertis_tubeTube from Whitechapel to London Cannon Street
On time
08:49 Rainham (Kent) (RAI)
1h24
10:13 London Cannon Street (CST)		2 changes
southeasternP19545+assertis_tubeTube from London Victoria to London Cannon Street
On time
08:53 Rainham (Kent) (RAI)
1h28
10:21 London Cannon Street (CST)		1 change
thameslinkY36488+southeasternP18460
On time
09:00 Rainham (Kent) (RAI)
1h44
10:44 London Cannon Street (CST)		1 change
thameslinkY36488+tfl_railP06728+assertis_tubeTube from Whitechapel to London Cannon Street
On time
09:00 Rainham (Kent) (RAI)
1h30
10:30 London Cannon Street (CST)		2 changes

This is the last train of the day.

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Rainham (Kent) (RAI) to London Cannon Street (CST)

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Trains from Rainham (Kent) (RAI) to London Cannon Street (CST) run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 18m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £6 if you book in advance.
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
51 km
Average train duration
1h 18m
Cheapest ticket price
£6
Trains per day
6
Direct trains
3
Fastest train
1h 1m
First train
05:04
Last train
21:30
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, Thameslink from Rainham (Kent) (RAI) to London Cannon Street (CST) trainsSoutheastern, Thameslink trains will get you between Rainham (Kent) (RAI) and London Cannon Street (CST) from £6. 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.
Learn more about Southeastern
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
56m
Cheapest Price
£12
Southeastern frequency
5 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

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.
Learn more about Thameslink
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 30m
Cheapest Price
£6
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

FAQs: Rainham (Kent) (RAI) to London Cannon Street (CST) train

FAQs: Travel by train from Rainham (Kent) (RAI) to London Cannon Street (CST) easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Rainham (Kent) (RAI) to London Cannon Street (CST).
FAQs
The train distance from Rainham (Kent) (RAI) to London Cannon Street (CST) is 51 km.
The train journey from Rainham (Kent) (RAI) to London Cannon Street (CST) covers a distance of 51 km and takes approximately 1h 1m. Trains run 6 per day.
Booking trains from Rainham (Kent) (RAI) to London Cannon Street (CST) in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The first train from Rainham (Kent) (RAI) to London Cannon Street (CST) leaves at 5:04.
Yes, there is a direct train between Rainham (Kent) (RAI) and London Cannon Street (CST). The service operates 3 times per day, provided by Southeastern, Thameslink, Southeastern.
The last train from Rainham (Kent) (RAI) to London Cannon Street (CST) departs at 21:30.
The cost of a train ticket from Rainham (Kent) (RAI) to London Cannon Street (CST) can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £6, while the average price tends to be around £19.
The cheapest way to get from Rainham (Kent) (RAI) to London Cannon Street (CST) is by train, costing approximately £6.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Rainham (Kent) (RAI) to London Cannon Street (CST).
Trains from Rainham (Kent) (RAI) to London Cannon Street (CST) run approximately 6 times per day.
There is no night train service from Rainham (Kent) (RAI) to London Cannon Street (CST).
Yes, you can take the train from Rainham (Kent) (RAI) to London Cannon Street (CST).
To get from Rainham (Kent) (RAI) to London Cannon Street (CST), you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.

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Important Stations and Airports in Rainham (Kent) (RAI) and London Cannon Street (CST)

Rainham
London
The major train station for departures in Rainham is Rainham (Kent). Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Rainham (Kent) for your trip from Rainham to London.
Rainham (Kent)ShoppingParkingATMAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Desk
Amenities at train station
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
ATMATM
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
address
Address
Rainham station, Station Road, Rainham, Kent, ME8 7SF
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 19:30 Saturday 07:00 - 19:00 Sunday 08:00 - 19:00 This station is not continuously staffed please see staffing times for details of when staff are available.
Shopping
Shopping
  • Type of shops available: newspapers
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: Yes
  • Step free access coverage: No
  • Step free access note: Category B1. 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 0 or 1 for services towards London via main station entrance or side entrance out of hours. Step free access to platform 2 for services away from London via side entrance and short ramp from Granary Close. Step free interchange via road and steep paths in excess of 250 metres
  • 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: station forecourt
  • Accessible toilets: Yes
  • Ramp for train access: Yes
  • Wheelchairs available: Yes
  • Wheelchairs available open hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 20:48 Saturday 06:30 - 20:48 Sunday 07:45 - 19:45
  • Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: Booking Hall - Available during staffing hours
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • National key toilets location: Booking Hall- Available during staffing hours
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
  • Baby changing facilities location: Booking Hall- Available during staffing hours
Lounge
Lounge
  • Waiting rooms location: Unheated seating area in booking hall only available when staff are present
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage location: in front of station & car park
  • Storage CCTV: No
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • 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
Public transport options for Rainham (Kent)
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Station forecourt

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