LOCAL train operator Trenitalia c2c has confirmed that it will be undertaking work to renew substantial lengths of both platforms at Rainham station between Thursday 24 July and Saturday 23 August.
A restricted timetable will be necessary during these works and to support customers’ journeys, c2c will be running a rail replacement bus service for customers from Rainham to Purfleet and Dagenham Dock. Check train travel advice on National Rail Enquiries.
Donna Thorpe, c2c’s Director of Asset, said: “We are very pleased to announce this work, as we recognise that customers in Rainham have been waiting for an improved customer experience at their station.
“The platforms at Rainham are around 50 years old and they need maintenance to ensure they are safe and fit for purpose.
“The work taking place will disrupt people’s journeys and unfortunately this is unavoidable as we need to complete the work on both platforms, one after the other.
“There will be c2c staff at the station to help ensure customers journeys are as easy as possible, with a rail replacement bus service operating between adjacent stations.”
There will be a restricted timetable on the Rainham line while the renewal works take place at the station.
From Thursday 24 July to Thursday 7 August, trains towards London will not stop at Rainham station.
From Friday 8 August to Saturday 23 August, trains towards Grays will not stop at Rainham station.
This means that each platform at Rainham station will be closed for a period of two weeks, on the dates above.
Passengers requiring mobility assistance (MIP/VIP) for their journey are advised to contact c2c in advance of travel so we can ensure a member of staff is available to assist them if needed. During the works, it may be necessary to travel one stop in the opposite direction to access train services due to the closure.
