The average train between Dover and Rochester takes 1h 24m and the fastest train takes 1h 17m. There is a train service every few hours from Dover 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 Dover and Rochester. The earliest departure is at 4:45 AM at night, and the last departure from Dover is at 9:50 PM which arrives into Rochester at 11:17 PM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 1h 24m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Yes, there is a direct train departing from Dover Priory station and arriving at Rochester station. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 23m.
Dover to Rochester train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Dover Priory station.
Dover to Rochester train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at Rochester station.
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The distance between Dover and Rochester is 63.3 km. The road distance is 72 km.
Southeastern operates a train from Dover Priory to Rochester every 4 hours. Tickets cost £22–40 and the journey takes 1h 19m.