What is the cheapest way to get from Brighton and Hove to Rochester?

The cheapest way to get from Brighton and Hove to Rochester is to bus and line 7 bus which costs £8 - £11 and takes 4h 1m.

What is the fastest way to get from Brighton and Hove to Rochester?

The fastest way to get from Brighton and Hove to Rochester is to drive which takes 1h 28m and costs £13 - £20.

Is there a direct bus between Brighton and Hove and Rochester?

No, there is no direct bus from Brighton and Hove to Rochester station. However, there are services departing from Elm Grove and arriving at Chatham station via War Memorial and Chequers Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 1m.

Is there a direct train between Brighton and Hove and Rochester?

No, there is no direct train from Brighton and Hove to Rochester. However, there are services departing from Brighton and arriving at Rochester via London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 11m.

How far is it from Brighton and Hove to Rochester?

The distance between Brighton and Hove and Rochester is 85 miles. The road distance is 56.2 miles.

How do I travel from Brighton and Hove to Rochester without a car?

The best way to get from Brighton and Hove to Rochester without a car is to train which takes 2h 11m and costs £40 - £95.

How long does it take to get from Brighton and Hove to Rochester?

It takes approximately 2h 11m to get from Brighton and Hove to Rochester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Brighton and Hove to Rochester bus from?

Brighton and Hove to Rochester bus services, operated by Brighton & Hove, depart from Elm Grove station.

Where do I catch the Brighton and Hove to Rochester train from?

Brighton and Hove to Rochester train services, operated by Gatwick Express, depart from Brighton station.

Train or bus from Brighton and Hove to Rochester?

The best way to get from Brighton and Hove to Rochester is to train which takes 2h 11m and costs £40 - £95. Alternatively, you can bus and line 7 bus, which costs £8 - £11 and takes 4h 1m.

Where does the Brighton and Hove to Rochester bus arrive?

Brighton and Hove to Rochester bus services, operated by Brighton & Hove, arrive at War Memorial station.

Where does the Brighton and Hove to Rochester train arrive?

Brighton and Hove to Rochester train services, operated by Gatwick Express, arrive at London Victoria station.

Can I drive from Brighton and Hove to Rochester?

Yes, the driving distance between Brighton and Hove to Rochester is 56 miles. It takes approximately 1h 28m to drive from Brighton and Hove to Rochester.

How do I get a train ticket from Brighton and Hove to Rochester?

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Where can I stay near Rochester?

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There are 5 ways to get from Brighton and Hove to Rochester by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Brighton to London Victoriatrain Brighton - London Victoria
2. Take the train from London Victoria to Rochestertrain London Victoria - Gillingham / ...
2h 11m
£43–92
Bus, line 7 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Elm Grove to War Memorialbus 29 / ...
2. Take the bus from War Memorial to Chequers Bus Stationbus 7
4h 1m
£8–11
Drive 55.9 mi
1. Drive from Brighton and Hove to Rochestercar 55.9 mi
1h 28m
£14–20
Train via London
1. Take the train from Brighton to London Bridgetrain Brighton - Bedford / ...
2. Take the train from London Bridge to Rochestertrain Luton - Rainham / ...
2h 37m
£41–86
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Preston Circus to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 025
2. Take the train from London Victoria to Rochestertrain London Victoria - Gillingham / ...
4h 34m
£33–72

Brighton and Hove to Rochester by train

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Distance: 84.3 mi
Duration: 2h 11m

What companies run services between Brighton and Hove, England and Rochester, England?

You can take a train from Brighton to Rochester via London Victoria in around 2h 11m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Elm Grove to Chatham station via War Memorial and Chequers Bus Station in around 4h 1m.

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