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

The cheapest way to get from Lincoln to Rochester is to drive which costs £40 - £60 and takes 2h 52m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lincoln to Rochester is to train which takes 2h 48m and costs £60 - £100.

Is there a direct train between Lincoln and Rochester?

No, there is no direct train from Lincoln to Rochester. However, there are services departing from Lincoln Central and arriving at Rochester via Newark North Gate and London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 48m.

How far is it from Lincoln to Rochester?

The distance between Lincoln and Rochester is 169 miles. The road distance is 161.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Lincoln to Rochester without a car is to train which takes 2h 48m and costs £60 - £100.

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

It takes approximately 2h 48m to get from Lincoln to Rochester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lincoln to Rochester train from?

Lincoln to Rochester train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), depart from Newark North Gate station.

Where does the Lincoln to Rochester train arrive?

Lincoln to Rochester train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), arrive at King's Cross station.

Can I drive from Lincoln to Rochester?

Yes, the driving distance between Lincoln to Rochester is 161 miles. It takes approximately 2h 52m to drive from Lincoln to Rochester.

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

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Where can I stay near Rochester?

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Lincoln to Rochester - 4 ways to travel via train, car, and bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Newark North Gate to King's Crosstrain Bradford Forster Square - London Kings Cross / ...
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Rochestertrain St Pancras International - Faversham / ...
2h 48m
£62–100
Drive 160.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Lincoln to Rochestercar 160.4 mi
2h 52m
£40–58
Train via Peterborough
1. Take the train from Lincoln Central to Peterboroughtrain
2. Take the train from Peterborough to London St Pancras Intltrain
3. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Rochestertrain
3h 46m
£78–109
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Central Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 1
2. Take the train from Grantham to King's Crosstrain
3. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Rochestertrain
3h 50m
£40–85

Lincoln to Rochester by train

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Distance: 168.5 mi
Duration: 2h 48m

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

You can take a train from Lincoln Central to Rochester via Newark North Gate, London Kings Cross, and London St Pancras Intl in around 2h 48m.

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