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Rayleigh to Bishops Stortford by train

First train

04:15

Last train

23:16

Departure station

Rayleigh

Arrival station

Bishops Stortford

Journey time

From 1h 24m

Distance

27 miles (43 km)

Frequency

10 trains per day

Changes

1 change

Train operators

Greater Anglia

Take the train from Rayleigh to Bishops Stortford in 1 hour 24 minutes

If you want to travel from Rayleigh to Bishops Stortford by train, you've come to the right place.

You can expect the journey from Rayleigh to Bishops Stortford by train to take around 1 hour 48 minutes. If you want to get there as quickly as possible, it can take as little as 1 hour 24 minutes on the fastest services. You'll usually find around 10 trains per day running on this route, which spans 27 miles (43 km). You'll have to make 1 change along the way on your journey to Bishops Stortford. You can travel with Greater Anglia trains during your journey, as they are the main operator of services on this route.

Train tickets from Rayleigh to Bishops Stortford are usually cheaper when you book in advance compared to buying them on the day. Travelling during Off-Peak times or using a Railcard can also help you save money on train travel. Start a search in our Journey Planner to check out the latest prices.

Ready to book? Start your search for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information, including money-saving tips, or check our timetable above where you can view live train times.

FAQs about the train journey from Rayleigh to Bishops Stortford

Want to know more about your journey from Rayleigh to Bishops Stortford? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

How do you get to Bishops Stortford from Rayleigh?

To travel to Bishops Stortford from Rayleigh, you can take the train - on average, the journey takes around 1 hour and 48 minutes, though the fastest trains can take 1 hour and 24 minutes. Use our Journey Planner to get more information.

How long is the train ride from Rayleigh to Bishops Stortford?

Trains from Rayleigh to Bishops Stortford take an average of 1 hour and 48 minutes, although on the fastest services it can take just 1 hour and 24 minutes. You'll usually find 10 trains per day on this route, so use our Journey Planner to check specific dates as times may vary.

What is the quickest journey time between Rayleigh and Bishops Stortford by train?

The quickest journey time between Rayleigh and Bishops Stortford by train is 1 hour and 24 minutes.

Are there direct trains from Rayleigh to Bishops Stortford?

No, there are no direct trains running from Rayleigh to Bishops Stortford, you’ll usually need to make at least 1 change during the journey.

Cheap train tickets from Rayleigh to Bishops Stortford

Book in advance

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Consider a Season Ticket

If you catch this train more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket for Rayleigh to Bishops Stortford is right for you.

Use your Railcard

National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel a few times or more in a year. Find out how you can save with a National Railcard here.

Split your tickets

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For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.

† Average savings on advance fares booked at least one week before day of travel vs Anytime fares purchased on day of travel. Subject to availability. Excludes coach.

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