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

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

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

The fastest way to get from Brighton to Rochester is to drive which takes 1h 31m and costs £14 - £21.

Is there a direct bus between Brighton and Rochester?

No, there is no direct bus from Brighton to Rochester station. However, there are services departing from St Peter's Church and arriving at Chatham station via Railway Station and Chequers Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 7m.

Is there a direct train between Brighton and Rochester?

No, there is no direct train from Brighton 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 to Rochester?

The distance between Brighton and Rochester is 85 miles. The road distance is 57 miles.

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

The best way to get from Brighton to Rochester without a car is to train which takes 2h 11m and costs £40 - £85.

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

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

Where do I catch the Brighton to Rochester bus from?

Brighton to Rochester bus services, operated by Brighton & Hove, depart from St Peter's Church station.

Where do I catch the Brighton to Rochester train from?

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

Train or bus from Brighton to Rochester?

The best way to get from Brighton to Rochester is to train which takes 2h 11m and costs £40 - £85. Alternatively, you can bus and line 7 bus, which costs £8 - £11 and takes 4h 7m.

Where does the Brighton to Rochester bus arrive?

Brighton to Rochester bus services, operated by Brighton & Hove, arrive at Railway Station.

Where does the Brighton to Rochester train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Brighton to Rochester?

Yes, the driving distance between Brighton to Rochester is 57 miles. It takes approximately 1h 31m to drive from Brighton to Rochester.

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

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Where can I stay near Rochester?

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Brighton to Rochester - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, line 7 bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Brighton 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
£40–81
Bus, line 7 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from St Peter's Church to Railway Stationbus 29 / ...
2. Take the bus from Railway Station to Chequers Bus Stationbus 7 / ...
4h 7m
£8–11
Drive 56.7 mi
1. Drive from Brighton to Rochestercar 56.7 mi
1h 31m
£15–21
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 36m
£38–66
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
£28–54

Brighton to Rochester by train

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Distance: 84.3 mi
Duration: 2h 11m

What companies run services between Brighton, 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 St Peter's Church to Chatham station via Railway Station and Chequers Bus Station in around 4h 7m.

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