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

The cheapest way to get from Cheltenham to Rochester is to bus and train via London which costs £29 - £50 and takes 4h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cheltenham to Rochester is to drive which takes 2h 50m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct train between Cheltenham and Rochester?

No, there is no direct train from Cheltenham to Rochester. However, there are services departing from Cheltenham Spa and arriving at Rochester via Paddington station and London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 11m.

How far is it from Cheltenham to Rochester?

The distance between Cheltenham and Rochester is 158 miles. The road distance is 126.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cheltenham to Rochester without a car is to train which takes 3h 11m and costs £65 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 3h 11m to get from Cheltenham to Rochester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cheltenham to Rochester train from?

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

Where does the Cheltenham to Rochester train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cheltenham to Rochester?

Yes, the driving distance between Cheltenham to Rochester is 126 miles. It takes approximately 2h 50m to drive from Cheltenham to Rochester.

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

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Where can I stay near Rochester?

There are 1589+ hotels available in Rochester.

Cheltenham to Rochester - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Cheltenham to Rochester by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to London Paddingtontrain Cheltenham Spa - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from London Victoria to Rochestertrain London Victoria - Ramsgate / ...
3h 11m
£69–122
Bus, train via London
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cheltenham Royal Well Bus Station to London Green Line Coach Stationbus Uk044
2. Take the train from London Victoria to Rochestertrain London Victoria - Ramsgate / ...
4h 35m
£29–50
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Royal Well to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 444 / ...
2. Take the train from London Victoria to Rochestertrain London Victoria - Ramsgate / ...
4h 16m
£33–59
Drive 125.6 mi
1. Drive from Cheltenham to Rochestercar 125.6 mi
2h 50m
£32–46
Train via London
1. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to London Paddingtontrain Cheltenham Spa - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Farringdon to Rochestertrain Luton - Rainham / ...
3h 50m
£73–116

Cheltenham to Rochester by train and subway

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3h 11mAverage Duration

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Distance: 157.3 mi
Duration: 3h 11m

What companies run services between Cheltenham, England and Rochester, England?

You can take a train from Cheltenham Spa to Rochester via London Paddington, Paddington station, Victoria station, and London Victoria in around 3h 11m.

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