The average train between Bristol and Rochester takes 3h 3m and the fastest train takes 2h 48m. There is an hourly train service from Bristol to Rochester. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Bristol and Rochester. The earliest departure is at 4:53 AM at night, and the last departure from Bristol is at 10:51 PM which arrives into Rochester at 7:18 AM. All services require a transfer at London Paddington and take an average of 3h 3m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Bristol to Rochester? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Bristol to Rochester. However, there are services departing from Bristol station and arriving at Rochester station via London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 3m.
Bristol to Rochester train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Bristol Temple Meads station.
Bristol to Rochester train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Rochester station.
Book your Bristol to Rochester train tickets online with Great Western Railway (GWR), London Underground (Tube) and Southeastern.
The distance between Bristol and Rochester is 215.2 km. The road distance is 251 km.
You can take a train from Bristol Temple Meads to Rochester via London Paddington, Paddington station, Victoria station, and London Victoria in around 3h 4m.