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

The cheapest way to get from Lewisham to Rochester is to drive which costs £5 - £9 and takes 32 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Lewisham to Rochester is to drive which takes 32 min and costs £5 - £9.

Is there a direct bus between Lewisham and Rochester?

No, there is no direct bus from Lewisham to Rochester. However, there are services departing from Belmont Hill and arriving at Rochester Community Hub via Bexleyheath Clock Tower and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 22m.

Is there a direct train between Lewisham and Rochester?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Greenwich and arriving at Rochester. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 4m.

How far is it from Lewisham to Rochester?

The distance between Lewisham and Rochester is 26 miles. The road distance is 24.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Lewisham to Rochester without a car is to train which takes 1h 4m and costs £13 - £26.

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

The train from Greenwich to Rochester takes 1h 4m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Lewisham to Rochester bus from?

Lewisham to Rochester bus services, operated by Go Ahead London, depart from Belmont Hill station.

Where do I catch the Lewisham to Rochester train from?

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

Train or bus from Lewisham to Rochester?

The best way to get from Lewisham to Rochester is to train which takes 1h 4m and costs £13 - £26. Alternatively, you can line 89 bus and line 96 bus and line 700 bus, which costs £2 - £45 and takes 2h 22m.

Where does the Lewisham to Rochester bus arrive?

Lewisham to Rochester bus services, operated by Go Ahead London, arrive at Geddes Place station.

Where does the Lewisham to Rochester train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Lewisham to Rochester?

Yes, the driving distance between Lewisham to Rochester is 24 miles. It takes approximately 32 min to drive from Lewisham to Rochester.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Lewisham to Rochester?

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Where can I stay near Rochester?

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Greenwich to Rochestertrain Luton - Rainham / ...
1h 4m
£13–26
Line 89 bus, line 96 bus, line 700 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Belmont Hill to Geddes Placebus N21 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bexleyheath Clock Tower to Bus Stationbus 96 / ...
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Rochester Community Hubbus 700
2h 22m
£3–44
Drive 24.1 mi
1. Drive from Lewisham to Rochestercar 24.1 mi
32 min
£6–9
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Lewisham to Rochestertaxi 24.1 mi
32 min
£100–130

Lewisham to Rochester by train

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Distance: 26.1 mi
Duration: 1h 4m

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

Thameslink operates a train from Greenwich to Rochester hourly. Tickets cost £13–25 and the journey takes 1h 4m. Southeastern also services this route 5 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Belmont Hill to Rochester Community Hub via Bexleyheath Clock Tower and Bus Station in around 2h 22m.

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