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

The cheapest way to get from Hastings to Rochester is to line 349 bus and line 5 bus which costs £4 - £9 and takes 3h 46m.

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

The fastest way to get from Hastings to Rochester is to drive which takes 1h 4m and costs £10 - £15.

Is there a direct bus between Hastings and Rochester?

No, there is no direct bus from Hastings to Rochester station. However, there are services departing from White Rock Gardens and arriving at Chatham station via The Eight Bells and Pudding Lane. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 46m.

Is there a direct train between Hastings and Rochester?

No, there is no direct train from Hastings to Rochester. However, there are services departing from Hastings and arriving at Rochester via Ashford International and Ebbsfleet International. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 4m.

How far is it from Hastings to Rochester?

The distance between Hastings and Rochester is 70 miles. The road distance is 41.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Hastings to Rochester without a car is to train via Ashford which takes 2h 4m and costs £30 - £60.

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

It takes approximately 2h 4m to get from Hastings to Rochester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Hastings to Rochester bus from?

Hastings to Rochester bus services, operated by Stagecoach South East, depart from White Rock Gardens station.

Where do I catch the Hastings to Rochester train from?

Hastings to Rochester train services, operated by Southern, depart from Hastings station.

Train or bus from Hastings to Rochester?

The best way to get from Hastings to Rochester is to train via Ashford which takes 2h 4m and costs £30 - £60. Alternatively, you can line 349 bus and line 5 bus, which costs £4 - £9 and takes 3h 46m.

Where does the Hastings to Rochester bus arrive?

Hastings to Rochester bus services, operated by Stagecoach South East, arrive at The Eight Bells station.

Where does the Hastings to Rochester train arrive?

Hastings to Rochester train services, operated by Southern, arrive at Ashford International station.

Can I drive from Hastings to Rochester?

Yes, the driving distance between Hastings to Rochester is 42 miles. It takes approximately 1h 4m to drive from Hastings to Rochester.

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

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Where can I stay near Rochester?

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

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Train via Ashford
best
1. Take the train from Hastings to Ashford Internationaltrain
2. Take the train from Ashford International to Ebbsfleet Internationaltrain
3. Take the train from Ebbsfleet International to Rochestertrain
2h 4m
£34–59
Line 349 bus, line 5 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from White Rock Gardens to The Eight Bellsbus 349
2. Take the bus from The Eight Bells to King Streetbus 5
3h 46m
£5–9
Drive 41.3 mi
1. Drive from Hastings to Rochestercar 41.3 mi
1h 4m
£11–15
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Hastings to Rochestertaxi 41.3 mi
1h 4m
£180–220
Train
1. Take the train from Hastings to Tonbridgetrain Hastings - London Charing Cross / ...
2. Take the train from Paddock Wood to Stroodtrain Paddock Wood - Strood / ...
2h 30m
£29–53

Hastings to Rochester by train

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Distance: 69.3 mi
Duration: 2h 4m

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

You can take a train from Hastings to Rochester via Ashford International and Ebbsfleet International in around 2h 4m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from White Rock Gardens to Chatham station via The Eight Bells, King Street, and Pudding Lane in around 3h 46m.

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