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

The cheapest way to get from Dartford to Rochester is to bus and line 700 bus which costs £1 - £3 and takes 57 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Dartford to Rochester is to taxi which takes 18 min and costs £45 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Dartford and Rochester?

No, there is no direct bus from Dartford to Rochester. However, there are services departing from Home Gardens and arriving at Rochester Community Hub via Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 57 min.

Is there a direct train between Dartford and Rochester?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Dartford and arriving at Rochester. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 31 min.

How far is it from Dartford to Rochester?

The distance between Dartford and Rochester is 15 miles. The road distance is 13.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dartford to Rochester without a car is to train which takes 31 min and costs £7 - £15.

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

The train from Dartford to Rochester takes 31 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Dartford to Rochester bus from?

Dartford to Rochester bus services, operated by Arriva UK, depart from Home Gardens station.

Where do I catch the Dartford to Rochester train from?

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

Train or bus from Dartford to Rochester?

The best way to get from Dartford to Rochester is to train which takes 31 min and costs £7 - £15. Alternatively, you can bus and line 700 bus, which costs £1 - £3 and takes 57 min.

Where does the Dartford to Rochester bus arrive?

Dartford to Rochester bus services, operated by Arriva UK, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Dartford to Rochester train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Dartford to Rochester?

Yes, the driving distance between Dartford to Rochester is 14 miles. It takes approximately 18 min to drive from Dartford to Rochester.

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

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Where can I stay near Rochester?

There are 1597+ hotels available in Rochester.

Dartford to Rochester - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 700 bus, and taxi

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Dartford to Rochestertrain Luton - Rainham / ...
31 min
£7–15
Bus, line 700 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Home Gardens to Bus Stationbus 96 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Rochester Community Hubbus 700
57 min
£2–3
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Dartford to Rochestertaxi 13.8 mi
18 min
£45–60
Drive 13.8 mi
1. Drive from Dartford to Rochestercar 13.8 mi
18 min
£4–5

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Distance: 14.4 mi
Duration: 31 min

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

Thameslink operates a train from Dartford to Rochester every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £7–15 and the journey takes 31 min. Southeastern also services this route twice daily. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Home Gardens to Rochester Community Hub via Bus Station in around 57 min.

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