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

The cheapest way to get from Charlton to Rochester is to drive which costs £5 - £9 and takes 32 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Charlton to Rochester is to drive which takes 32 min and costs £5 - £9.

Is there a direct bus between Charlton and Rochester?

No, there is no direct bus from Charlton to Rochester. However, there are services departing from St Luke's Church / Charlton and arriving at Rochester Community Hub via Bexleyheath Clock Tower and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 54m.

Is there a direct train between Charlton and Rochester?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Charlton and arriving at Rochester. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 56 min.

How far is it from Charlton to Rochester?

The distance between Charlton and Rochester is 24 miles. The road distance is 23.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Charlton to Rochester without a car is to train which takes 56 min and costs £12 - £25.

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

The train from Charlton to Rochester takes 56 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Charlton to Rochester bus from?

Charlton to Rochester bus services, operated by Go Ahead London, depart from St Luke's Church / Charlton station.

Where do I catch the Charlton to Rochester train from?

Charlton to Rochester train services, operated by Thameslink, depart from Charlton station.

Train or bus from Charlton to Rochester?

The best way to get from Charlton to Rochester is to train which takes 56 min and costs £12 - £25. Alternatively, you can line 486 bus and line 96 bus and line 700 bus, which costs £2 - £40 and takes 1h 54m.

Where does the Charlton to Rochester bus arrive?

Charlton to Rochester bus services, operated by Go Ahead London, arrive at Friswell Place station.

Where does the Charlton to Rochester train arrive?

Charlton to Rochester train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at Rochester station.

Can I drive from Charlton to Rochester?

Yes, the driving distance between Charlton to Rochester is 23 miles. It takes approximately 32 min to drive from Charlton to Rochester.

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

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Where can I stay near Rochester?

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Charlton to Rochester - 4 ways to travel via train, and line 486 bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Charlton to Rochestertrain St Albans City - Gillingham / ...
56 min
£12–25
Line 486 bus, line 96 bus, line 700 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from St Luke's Church / Charlton to Friswell Placebus 486
2. Take the bus from Bexleyheath Clock Tower to Bus Stationbus 96 / ...
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Rochester Community Hubbus 700
1h 54m
£3–39
Drive 23.3 mi
1. Drive from Charlton to Rochestercar 23.3 mi
32 min
£6–9
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Charlton to Rochestertaxi 23.3 mi
32 min
£75–95

Charlton to Rochester by train

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Distance: 24 mi
Duration: 56 min

What companies run services between Charlton, Greater London, England and Rochester, England?

Thameslink operates a train from Charlton to Rochester hourly. Tickets cost £12–24 and the journey takes 56 min. Southeastern also services this route 4 times a week. Alternatively, you can take a bus from St Luke's Church / Charlton to Rochester Community Hub via Friswell Place, Bexleyheath Clock Tower, and Bus Station in around 1h 54m.

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