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Eccles to Rainhill train prices and times

Looking to travel from Eccles to Rainhill? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as £9.80, with average prices for this route around £9.80.

To get the best deals, we' d recommend buying in advance and researching alternatives such as split tickets.

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Departs	Arrives	Find Tickets
11:08 22m, Direct Patricroft	11:30 Rainhill	Find Tickets
12:09 22m, Direct Patricroft	12:31 Rainhill	Find Tickets
13:09 22m, Direct Patricroft	13:31 Rainhill	Find Tickets
14:08 22m, Direct Patricroft	14:30 Rainhill	Find Tickets
15:08 22m, Direct Patricroft	15:30 Rainhill	Find Tickets
16:08 22m, Direct Patricroft	16:30 Paris	Find Tickets

Eccles to Rainhill train route details

First train

00:11

Last train

22:08

Departure station

Eccles

Arrival station

Rainhill

Journey time

22m

Distance

30 km

Price

£9.80*

Train Operators

Northern

How to book cheap train tickets from Eccles to Rainhill

Travelling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from Eccles to Rainhill during off-peak hours. These times are usually before 06:30, between 09:30 and 16:00, and after 19:00 on weekdays, as well as all day on weekends and bank holidays. Choosing Off-Peak train tickets means benefiting from cheaper fares and less crowded trains, making your journey more enjoyable.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Eccles to Rainhill for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16-25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more here.

Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Eccles to Rainhill, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Did you know that purchasing Advance Tickets can significantly reduce your travel expenses? On average, these tickets can save you an impressive 61% on fares. The best part is that the earlier you book (ideally up to 12 weeks in advance), the greater the savings!

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are planning a trip with a group of three to nine people, take advantage of ⅓ off standard fares with group travel discounts, offered by many train companies, perfect for journeys with your family, friends, or colleagues.

Eccles to Rainhill train ticket types

There are various ticket types available for this route, each with different benefits and restrictions. Explore below to see which ticket type is best suited to your travel needs:

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Eccles to Rainhill train prices and times

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