What is the cheapest way to get from Canterbury to Rochester Castle?

The cheapest way to get from Canterbury to Rochester Castle is to drive which costs £7 - £11 and takes 36 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Canterbury to Rochester Castle?

The fastest way to get from Canterbury to Rochester Castle is to drive which takes 36 min and costs £7 - £11.

Is there a direct bus between Canterbury and Rochester Castle?

No, there is no direct bus from Canterbury station to Rochester Castle. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Rochester Guildhall Museum via Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Canterbury and Rochester Castle?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Canterbury East and arriving at Rochester. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 50 min.

How far is it from Canterbury to Rochester Castle?

The distance between Canterbury and Rochester Castle is 29 miles. The road distance is 30.3 miles.

How do I travel from Canterbury to Rochester Castle without a car?

The best way to get from Canterbury to Rochester Castle without a car is to train which takes 57 min and costs £14 - £26.

How long does it take to get from Canterbury to Rochester Castle?

The train from Canterbury East to Rochester takes 50 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Canterbury to Rochester Castle bus from?

Canterbury to Rochester Castle bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Canterbury to Rochester Castle train from?

Canterbury to Rochester Castle train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Canterbury East station.

Train or bus from Canterbury to Rochester Castle?

The best way to get from Canterbury to Rochester Castle is to train which takes 57 min and costs £14 - £26. Alternatively, you can bus and line 700 bus, which costs £8 - £15 and takes 2h 10m.

Where does the Canterbury to Rochester Castle bus arrive?

Canterbury to Rochester Castle bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Canterbury to Rochester Castle train arrive?

Canterbury to Rochester Castle train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at Rochester station.

Can I drive from Canterbury to Rochester Castle?

Yes, the driving distance between Canterbury to Rochester Castle is 30 miles. It takes approximately 36 min to drive from Canterbury to Rochester Castle.

How do I get a train ticket from Canterbury to Rochester Castle?

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Where can I stay near Rochester Castle?

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Canterbury to Rochester Castle - 4 ways to travel via train, and bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Canterbury to Rochester Castle by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Canterbury East to Rochestertrain Dover Priory - London Victoria / ...
57 min
£14–26
Bus, line 700 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 022
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Rochester Guildhall Museumbus 700
2h 10m
£8–15
Drive 30.2 mi
1. Drive from Canterbury to Rochester Castlecar 30.2 mi
36 min
£8–11
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Canterbury to Rochester Castletaxi 30.2 mi
36 min
£130–160

Canterbury to Rochester Castle by train and foot

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Distance: 28.6 mi
Duration: 57 min

What companies run services between Canterbury, England and Rochester Castle, England?

Southeastern operates a train from Canterbury East to Rochester hourly. Tickets cost £14–26 and the journey takes 50 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Rochester Castle via Bus Station and Rochester Guildhall Museum in around 2h 10m.

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