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

The cheapest way to get from Colchester to Rochester is to drive which costs £15 - £23 and takes 1h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Colchester to Rochester is to drive which takes 1h 10m and costs £15 - £23.

Is there a direct train between Colchester and Rochester?

No, there is no direct train from Colchester to Rochester. However, there are services departing from Colchester and arriving at Rochester via Stratford DLR Station and Stratford International. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 39m.

How far is it from Colchester to Rochester?

The distance between Colchester and Rochester is 75 miles. The road distance is 62.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Colchester to Rochester without a car is to train which takes 1h 39m and costs £35 - £70.

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

It takes approximately 1h 39m to get from Colchester to Rochester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Colchester to Rochester train from?

Colchester to Rochester train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from Colchester station.

Where does the Colchester to Rochester train arrive?

Colchester to Rochester train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at Stratford (London) station.

Can I drive from Colchester to Rochester?

Yes, the driving distance between Colchester to Rochester is 63 miles. It takes approximately 1h 10m to drive from Colchester to Rochester.

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

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Where can I stay near Rochester?

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Colchester to Rochester - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Colchester to Stratford (London)train Norwich - London Liverpool Street / ...
2. Take the train from Stratford International to Rochestertrain St Pancras International - Faversham / ...
1h 39m
£36–69
Drive 62.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Colchester to Rochestercar 62.6 mi
1h 10m
£16–23
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Coach Stop to Coach Stationbus 717
2. Take the bus from Coach Station to Stratford City Bus Stationbus A9
3. Take the train from Stratford International to Stroodtrain
2h 47m
£25–58
Train via Greenwich
1. Take the train from Colchester to Stratford (London)train
2. Take the train from Stratford DLR Station to Woolwich Arsenal DLR Stationtrain Dlr
3. Take the train from Woolwich Arsenal to Rochestertrain
2h 16m
£35–65

Colchester to Rochester by train

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1h 39mAverage Duration

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Distance: 74.7 mi
Duration: 1h 39m

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

You can take a train from Colchester to Rochester via Stratford (London), Stratford DLR Station, Stratford International DLR Station, and Stratford International in around 1h 39m.

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