The cheapest and fastest trains from Rochester station (RTR) to Rainham (Kent) (RAI)
Cheapest price on 20 Oct
£6
Average ticket price on 20 Oct
£6
Fastest journey on 20 Oct
13 m
Average journey duration on 20 Oct
13 m
Trains on 20 Oct
1
Distance
8 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Rochester station (RTR) to Rainham (Kent) (RAI) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Rochester station (RTR) to Rainham (Kent) (RAI) will cost around £6 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £6.
On Tue 20 Oct, we found 1 trains from Rochester station (RTR) to Rainham (Kent) (RAI), including 1 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 8 km distance in an average of 13 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 13 m .
The slowest trains will take 13 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.
18:060h13Rochester station (RTR)18:19Rainham (Kent) (RAI)£61One-way0 changes
18:060h13Rochester station (RTR)18:19Rainham (Kent) (RAI)£61One-way0 changes
Journey information
Overview: Train from Rochester station (RTR) to Rainham (Kent) (RAI)
Trains from Rochester station (RTR) to Rainham (Kent) (RAI) run on average 10 times per day, taking around 13m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £6 if you book in advance.
There are 10 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:32, the last at 07:22. The fastest train covers the 8 km distance in 12m.
Distance 8 km |
Average train duration 13m |
Cheapest ticket price £6 |
Trains per day 10 |
Direct trains 10 |
Fastest train 12m |
First train 6:32 |
Last train 7:22 |
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Train companies: Southeastern, Thameslink from Rochester station (RTR) to Rainham (Kent) (RAI) trainsSoutheastern, Thameslink trains will get you between Rochester station (RTR) and Rainham (Kent) (RAI) from £6. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Rochester station (RTR) to Rainham (Kent) (RAI) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Rochester station (RTR) to Rainham (Kent) (RAI) 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 (Kent) (RAI), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Rochester station (RTR) and Rainham (Kent) (RAI)
Most Rochester station (RTR) to Rainham (Kent) (RAI) trains use the Rochester to Rainham (Kent) station pair. Use this guide to compare Rochester station (RTR) and Rainham (Kent) (RAI) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Rochester from Rochester city centre
Rochester train station facilities and services
Rochester has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Rochester.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Rochester. 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 Rochester: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Rochester: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Rochester: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A. This station has step free access to all platforms - Step free access to booking hall from front of station. Step free access via lift in the subway to platform 1 for services towards London. Step free access to platform 2/3 for services away from London via lift from the subway. Stepped access to all platforms via staircases from subway, 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: booking hall in subway, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Monday - Friday 24 Hours a Day Saturday 24 Hours a Day Sunday 24 Hours a Day, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Rainham (Kent) from Rainham city centre
Rainham (Kent) train station facilities and services
Rainham (Kent) has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Rainham (Kent).
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Rainham (Kent). 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 Rainham (Kent): Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Rainham (Kent): Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Rainham (Kent): 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.
