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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Rochester is to bus and train which costs £30 - £65 and takes 5h 6m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Rochester is to train which takes 3h 14m and costs £85 - £170.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Rochester?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Rochester. However, there are services departing from Park Place and arriving at Rochester Community Hub via London Victoria and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 46m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Rochester?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Rochester. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Rochester via Paddington station and London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 14m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Rochester?

The distance between Cardiff and Rochester is 184 miles. The road distance is 180.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Rochester without a car is to train which takes 3h 14m and costs £85 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 3h 14m to get from Cardiff to Rochester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Rochester bus from?

Cardiff to Rochester bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Park Place station.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Rochester train from?

Cardiff to Rochester train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Cardiff Central station.

Train or bus from Cardiff to Rochester?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Rochester is to train which takes 3h 14m and costs £85 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus and line 022 bus, which costs £30 - £85 and takes 6h 46m.

Where does the Cardiff to Rochester bus arrive?

Cardiff to Rochester bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals.

Where does the Cardiff to Rochester train arrive?

Cardiff to Rochester train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at London Paddington station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Rochester?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Rochester is 180 miles. It takes approximately 3h 35m to drive from Cardiff to Rochester.

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

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Where can I stay near Rochester?

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Cardiff to Rochester - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 7 ways to get from Cardiff to Rochester by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to London Paddingtontrain Swansea - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from London Victoria to Rochestertrain London Victoria - Gillingham / ...
3h 14m
£86–168
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cardiff North Road to London Victoriabus Uk042 / ...
2. Take the train from London Victoria to Rochestertrain London Victoria - Gillingham / ...
5h 6m
£33–61
Drive 179.4 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Rochestercar 179.4 mi
3h 35m
£44–63
Fly Cardiff Airport to London City Airport, train
1. Fly from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to London City Airport (LCY)plane CWL - LCY
2. Take the train from Stratford International to Rochestertrain
7h 9m
£281–1,038
Bus, line 022 bus
1. Take the bus from Park Place to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 507 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Bus Stationbus 022
6h 46m
£34–83
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to London City Airport, train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to London City Airport (LCY)plane BRS - LCY
3. Take the train from Stratford International to Rochestertrain
6h 50m
£222–484
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to London Gatwick Airport, train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)plane BRS - LGW
3. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to London Victoriatrain
4. Take the train from London Victoria to Rochestertrain
7h 7m
£97–239

Cardiff to Rochester by train and subway

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Distance: 182.7 mi
Duration: 3h 14m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Rochester, England?

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Rochester via London Paddington, Paddington station, Victoria station, and London Victoria in around 3h 14m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Park Place to Rochester Community Hub via London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals, London Victoria, and Bus Station in around 6h 46m.

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