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

The cheapest way to get from Essex to Rochester is to line 300 bus and line 100 bus which costs £7 - £12 and takes 4h 29m.

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

The fastest way to get from Essex to Rochester is to drive which takes 58 min and costs £12 - £18.

Is there a direct bus between Essex and Rochester?

No, there is no direct bus from Essex to Rochester. However, there are services departing from Bakers Lane and arriving at Rochester Community Hub via Bus Station, Bus Station, Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 29m.

Is there a direct train between Essex and Rochester?

No, there is no direct train from Essex to Rochester. However, there are services departing from White Notley and arriving at Rochester via Stratford DLR Station and Stratford International. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 42m.

How far is it from Essex to Rochester?

The distance between Essex and Rochester is 65 miles. The road distance is 50.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Essex to Rochester without a car is to train which takes 1h 42m and costs £30 - £65.

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

It takes approximately 1h 42m to get from Essex to Rochester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Essex to Rochester bus from?

Essex to Rochester bus services, operated by First Essex, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Essex to Rochester train from?

Essex to Rochester train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from White Notley station.

Train or bus from Essex to Rochester?

The best way to get from Essex to Rochester is to train which takes 1h 42m and costs £30 - £65. Alternatively, you can line 300 bus and line 100 bus, which costs £7 - £12 and takes 4h 29m.

Where does the Essex to Rochester bus arrive?

Essex to Rochester bus services, operated by First Essex, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Essex to Rochester train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Essex to Rochester?

Yes, the driving distance between Essex to Rochester is 51 miles. It takes approximately 58 min to drive from Essex to Rochester.

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

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Where can I stay near Rochester?

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Essex to Rochester - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 300 bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from White Notley to Stratford (London)train Braintree - London Liverpool Street
2. Take the train from Stratford International to Rochestertrain St Pancras International - Faversham / ...
1h 42m
£32–63
Line 300 bus, line 100 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 300 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 100
4h 29m
£7–12
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bus Interchange to Coach Stationbus X20
2. Take the bus from Coach Station to Stratford City Bus Stationbus A9
3. Take the train from Stratford International to Stroodtrain
2h 48m
£24–51
Drive 50.5 mi
1. Drive from Essex to Rochestercar 50.5 mi
58 min
£13–18
Train via Greenwich
1. Take the train from White Notley to Stratford (London)train Braintree - London Liverpool Street
2. Take the train from Woolwich Arsenal to Rochestertrain Luton - Rainham / ...
2h 18m
£31–59

Essex to Rochester by train

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Distance: 64.8 mi
Duration: 1h 42m

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

You can take a train from White Notley to Rochester via Stratford (London), Stratford DLR Station, Stratford International DLR Station, and Stratford International in around 1h 42m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bakers Lane to Rochester Community Hub via Bus Station, Bus Station, Bus Station, and Bus Station in around 4h 29m.

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