Trains to Grays

Grays Train Station runs on the London, Tilbury and Southend Line between Central London and Southend Central and Shoeburyness, and serves the town of Grays, in Essex. It is only nineteen miles from London Fenchurch Street Station and is a busy commuter station.

The station was first opened in 1854 and was impacted by the Second World War, running trains to Nottinghamshire and Derbyshire to evacuate children from the Blitz. More recently, in the mid-2000s, the station underwent major refurbishments, and a new subway line was built that linked the station’s three platforms together.

Grays Train Station offers a range of amenities and services to its passengers, including:

• A ticket office (opening times: Monday to Friday: 5.30am – 7.00pm; Saturday: 7.00am – 7.00pm; Sunday: 8.15am – 6.00pm). You can book train tickets as well as monthly and annual season ticketsat the ticket office.
• Self-service ticket machines and accessible ticket machines. Plus, you can collect tickets you have bought online from the self-service machines.
• Step-free access to all platforms.
• Boards to check the real-time train timetable.
• Shops and hospitality.
• Public wi-fi and public telephones.
• 78 bicycle storage stands.

The station is located right in the town centre, so getting around is simple. It is right next to Grays Shopping Centre, for example. If you’d like to take public transport, then there are local buses and taxis available nearby.

Trains to Grays Train Station mainly run on the London, Tilbury and Southend Line. These routes link Grays with London Fenchurch Street, offering easy access to the city. Additionally, services extend to several Essex locations, such as Ockendon, Southend, Shoeburyness, and Rainham, providing extensive regional connections for both daily commuters and leisure travellers.

London Fenchurch Street to Grays Train Station

It takes between thirty-four and thirty-seven minutes to get from London Fenchurch Street to Grays with C2C. There are around four trains per hour.

Southend Central to Grays Train Station

The journey between Southend Central and Grays Train Station takes, on average, thirty-five minutes with C2C. Trains come twice per hour.

Rainham to Grays Train Station

It takes only twelve minutes to get from Rainham to Grays with C2C.

Ockendon to Grays Train Station.

Getting from Ockendon to Grays takes only eight minutes with C2C.

Grays Train Station is exclusively served by C2C, also known as 'Coast to Coast'. This operator provides routes heading west to London Fenchurch Street, facilitating convenient travel to the city. Additionally, C2C offers eastward services towards Southend Central and Shoeburyness, ensuring comprehensive connectivity for passengers travelling across these regions.

Grays Train Station is conveniently located near a variety of attractions and activities. Despite being only nineteen miles from London Fenchurch Street, Grays offers abundant green spaces such as Essex Wildlife Trust Chafford Gorges Nature Park, Grays Beach, and Aqua Park Lakeside, all easily accessible for a relaxing day outdoors.

For indoor activities, Essex Fire Museum provides an insightful look into the history of the fire brigade, while Immersive Gamebox offers an exciting interactive gaming experience with themes like Squid Games, Ghostbusters, and Angry Birds, making it ideal for families and children's parties.

Shopping enthusiasts can visit Grays Shopping Centre, Lakeside Shopping Centre, or Thurrock Shopping Park, all located a short distance from the station, offering a wide range of well-known brands and dining options.

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What is the postcode for Grays Train Station?

The full address for Grays Train Station is High Street, Grays, Essex, RM17 6NQ.

How many platforms are at Grays Train Station?

Grays Train Station has three platforms.

What’s the station code for Grays Train Station?

The station code for Grays Train Station is GRY.

*Information is subject to change. Please check the latest train timetable before your trip.