The average train between Lincoln and Rochester takes 3h 31m and the fastest train takes 2h 42m. The train service runs several times per day from Lincoln 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 every 2 hours between Lincoln and Rochester. The earliest departure is at 5:16 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Lincoln is at 11:00 PM which arrives into Rochester at 7:01 AM. All services require a transfer at Newark North Gate and take an average of 3h 31m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Lincoln 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 Lincoln to Rochester. However, there are services departing from Lincoln station and arriving at Rochester station via King's Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 31m.
Lincoln to Rochester train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), depart from Newark North Gate station.
Lincoln to Rochester train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), arrive at Rochester station.
Book your Lincoln to Rochester train tickets online with London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), Southeastern and 2 other operators.
The distance between Lincoln and Rochester is 216.5 km. The road distance is 271 km.
You can take a train from Lincoln Central to Rochester via Newark North Gate, London Kings Cross, and London St Pancras Intl in around 2h 47m.