The average train between Scarborough and Rochester takes 4h 50m and the fastest train takes 4h 1m. There is a train service every few hours from Scarborough 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 Scarborough and Rochester. The earliest departure is at 5:44 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Scarborough is at 10:43 PM which arrives into Rochester at 7:56 AM. All services require a transfer at York and take an average of 4h 50m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Scarborough 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 Scarborough to Rochester. However, there are services departing from Scarborough station and arriving at Rochester station via York. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 50m.
Scarborough to Rochester train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Scarborough station.
Scarborough to Rochester train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Rochester station.
Book your Scarborough to Rochester train tickets online with TransPennine Express, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) and 3 other operators.
The distance between Scarborough and Rochester is 327.3 km. The road distance is 421 km.
You can take a train from Scarborough to Rochester via York, London Kings Cross, and London St Pancras Intl in around 3h 45m.