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Journey information
Overview: Train from Rayleigh to Sittingbourne
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Rayleigh to Sittingbourne run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 37m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £51 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:08, the last at 22:14. The fastest train covers the 29 km distance in 1h 58m.
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 29 km |
Average train duration 1h 37m |
Cheapest ticket price £51 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 1h 58m |
First train 05:08 |
Last train 22:14 |
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 Rayleigh to Sittingbourne trainsSoutheastern trains will get you between Rayleigh and Sittingbourne from £51. 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 Duration
1h 58m
Cheapest Price
£50
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: Rayleigh to Sittingbourne train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Rayleigh to Sittingbourne 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 Sittingbourne, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
You can comfortably explore Sittingbourne in 1 to 2 days, enjoying local attractions such as Borden Parish and Milton Creek Country Park.
The train distance from Rayleigh to Sittingbourne is 29 km.
The train journey from Rayleigh to Sittingbourne offers pleasant views of the Essex and Kent countryside, with stretches of greenery and farmland, although it is not typically considered notably scenic compared to routes like those through the Scottish Highlands or coastal lines.
The train journey from Rayleigh to Sittingbourne covers a distance of 29 km and takes approximately 1h 58m. Trains run 7 per day.
The first train from Rayleigh to Sittingbourne leaves at 5:08.
Booking trains from Rayleigh to Sittingbourne in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The last train from Rayleigh to Sittingbourne departs at 22:14.
The cost of a train ticket from Rayleigh to Sittingbourne can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £51, while the average price tends to be around £51.
Trains from Rayleigh to Sittingbourne run approximately 7 times per day.
The cheapest way to get from Rayleigh to Sittingbourne is by train, costing approximately £51.
A day trip from Rayleigh to Sittingbourne is not feasible as the journey duration is 1h 58m. The frequency of trains is 7 per day. The distance is 29 km.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Rayleigh to Sittingbourne.
The train station in Rayleigh that goes to Sittingbourne is Rayleigh station (RLG), and it arrives at Sittingbourne station (SIT).
There is no night train service from Rayleigh to Sittingbourne.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Rayleigh to Sittingbourne.
Yes, you can take the train from Rayleigh to Sittingbourne.
To travel from Rayleigh to Sittingbourne, you can take a train.
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Important Stations and Airports in Rayleigh and Sittingbourne
Rayleigh
Sittingbourne
The major train station for departures in Rayleigh is Rayleigh. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Rayleigh for your trip from Rayleigh to Sittingbourne.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Parking
Dining
ATM
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday 06:00 - 20:00 Sunday 08:10 - 20:00
Parking
- Car Park: Premium Bay
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible taxis: Details of nearest taxis are shown on station information poster
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets including accessible (radar key) toilets are located on platform 1. Toilets are available when the station is staffed
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: In car park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Rayleigh
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement transport stopat station entrance
The major train station for arrivals in Sittingbourne is Sittingbourne. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Sittingbourne for your journey to Sittingbourne from Rayleigh.
Amenities at train station
ShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWC
LoungeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 19:30 Saturday 07:00 - 19:00 Sunday 07:10 - 18:40 This station is not continuously staffed please see staffing times for details of when staff are available.
Shopping
- Type of shops available: newspapers
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
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 1 for services towards London from main entrance. Step free access to platform 2 and 3 for services away from London and to Sheerness available via the lift. Stepped access to all platforms via the station footbridge. Short steep ramp to platform one when booking hall closed.
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available to book
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: In booking hall
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: Monday - Friday 04:50 - 01:30 Saturday 04:50 - 01:30 Sunday 06:30 - 01:00 Assistance/Help available from station staff from First to Last trains.
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- Toilets Location: Platform 1 - Available during staffing hours
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Platform 1- Available during staffing hours
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Platform 1- Available during staffing hours
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Heated waiting rooms on Platforms 1 and 2/3 Only available when staff present
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: front of station by main car park
- Storage CCTV: No
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 Sittingbourne
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Station car park.
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