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

The cheapest way to get from Gravesend to Rochester is to drive which costs £1 - £3 and takes 15 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Gravesend to Rochester is to train which takes 14 min and costs £4 - £8.

Is there a direct bus between Gravesend and Rochester?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Clock Tower Harmer Street and arriving at Railway Station station. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 31 min.

Is there a direct train between Gravesend and Rochester?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Gravesend and arriving at Rochester. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 14 min.

How far is it from Gravesend to Rochester?

The distance between Gravesend and Rochester is 8 miles. The road distance is 7.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Gravesend to Rochester without a car is to train which takes 14 min and costs £4 - £8.

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

The train from Gravesend to Rochester takes 14 min including transfers and departs every 20 minutes.

Where do I catch the Gravesend to Rochester bus from?

Gravesend to Rochester bus services, operated by Arriva UK, depart from Clock Tower Harmer Street station.

Where do I catch the Gravesend to Rochester train from?

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

Train or bus from Gravesend to Rochester?

The best way to get from Gravesend to Rochester is to train which takes 14 min and costs £4 - £8. Alternatively, you can line 190 bus, which costs £1 - £3 and takes 31 min.

Where does the Gravesend to Rochester bus arrive?

Gravesend to Rochester bus services, operated by Arriva UK, arrive at Railway Station.

Where does the Gravesend to Rochester train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Gravesend to Rochester?

Yes, the driving distance between Gravesend to Rochester is 8 miles. It takes approximately 15 min to drive from Gravesend to Rochester.

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

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Where can I stay near Rochester?

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Gravesend to Rochester - 4 ways to travel via train, line 190 bus, taxi

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Gravesend to Rochestertrain Luton - Rainham / ...
14 min
£4–8
Line 190 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Clock Tower Harmer Street to Railway Stationbus 190
31 min
£1–3
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Gravesend to Rochestertaxi 7.8 mi
15 min
£28–35
Drive 7.8 mi
1. Drive from Gravesend to Rochestercar 7.8 mi
15 min
£2–3

Gravesend to Rochester by train

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Distance: 7.7 mi
Duration: 14 min

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

Thameslink operates a train from Gravesend to Rochester every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £4–8 and the journey takes 14 min. Southeastern also services this route hourly. Alternatively, Arriva UK operates a bus from Clock Tower Harmer Street to Railway Station every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £1–3 and the journey takes 31 min.

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