Rainham to Abbey Wood train with Thameslink

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Rainham to Abbey Wood

Showing times and prices for 21 Dec

Cheapest price

£6

Average price

£16

Fastest journey

1 h 8 m

Average duration

1 h 36 m

Trains per day

3

Distance

37 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Rainham to Abbey Wood will cost around £16 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £6.

Fast trains

Of the 3 trains that leave Rainham for Abbey Wood 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 36 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 8 m .

The slowest trains will take 2 h 10 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
09:001h31
Rainham
10:31Abbey Wood
£61One-way
0 changes
Thameslink
07:191h08
Rainham
08:27Abbey Wood
£81One-way
0 changes
Southeastern
06:062h10
Rainham
08:16Abbey Wood
£341One-way
0 changes

Live departures

Rainham to Abbey Wood train times

The table below shows live departures for Rainham to Abbey Wood trains for today, Saturday 20 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 08:53
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
southeastern17:19 Rainham
1h04
18:23 Abbey Wood0 changesdirect
Sunday 21 December
southeastern06:06 Rainham
2h10
08:16 Abbey Wood0 changesdirect
thameslink07:19 Rainham
1h08
08:27 Abbey Wood0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Rainham to Abbey Wood

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Trains from Rainham to Abbey Wood run on average 4 times per day, taking around 56m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £6 if you book in advance.

There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:08, the last at 23:47. The fastest train covers the 37 km distance in 57m.

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
56m
Cheapest ticket price
£6
Trains per day
4
Direct trains
2
Fastest train
57m
First train
00:08
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 Rainham to Abbey Wood trainsThameslink, Southeastern trains will get you between Rainham and Abbey Wood 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
57m
Cheapest Price
£6
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 4m
Cheapest Price
£8
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: Rainham to Abbey Wood train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Rainham to Abbey Wood 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 Abbey Wood, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
The train journey from Rainham to Abbey Wood is not particularly scenic, as it primarily passes through urban and suburban areas with views of residential and commercial landscapes.
Visitors typically spend about 1 to 2 days in Abbey Wood to explore its local attractions and enjoy the surrounding green spaces.
The train distance from Rainham to Abbey Wood is 37 km.
Yes, a day trip from Rainham to Abbey Wood is feasible with a journey time of 57m and a distance of 37 km. The frequency is 4 times per day for trains.
The train journey from Rainham to Abbey Wood covers a distance of 37 km and takes approximately 57m. Trains run 4 per day.
The first train from Rainham to Abbey Wood leaves at 0:08.
To get from Rainham to Abbey Wood, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
The last train from Rainham to Abbey Wood departs at 23:47.
Trains from Rainham to Abbey Wood run approximately 4 times per day.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Rainham to Abbey Wood.
Booking trains from Rainham to Abbey Wood in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
There is no night train service from Rainham to Abbey Wood.
The cost of a train ticket from Rainham to Abbey Wood can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £6, while the average price tends to be around £10.
The cheapest way to get from Rainham to Abbey Wood is by train, costing approximately £6.
The train station in Rainham that goes to Abbey Wood is Rainham (Kent) (RAI), and it arrives at Abbey Wood Station (ABW).
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Rainham to Abbey Wood.
Yes, you can take the train from Rainham to Abbey Wood.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Rainham and Abbey Wood

Rainham
Abbey Wood
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 Abbey Wood.
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
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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