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

The cheapest way to get from Margate to Rochester is to drive which costs £10 - £16 and takes 52 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Margate to Rochester is to drive which takes 52 min and costs £10 - £16.

Is there a direct bus between Margate and Rochester?

No, there is no direct bus from Margate to Rochester. However, there are services departing from Marine Terrace and arriving at Rochester Community Hub via Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Margate and Rochester?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Margate and arriving at Rochester. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 59 min.

How far is it from Margate to Rochester?

The distance between Margate and Rochester is 41 miles. The road distance is 45.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Margate to Rochester without a car is to train which takes 59 min and costs £21 - £45.

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

The train from Margate to Rochester takes 59 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Margate to Rochester bus from?

Margate to Rochester bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Marine Terrace station.

Where do I catch the Margate to Rochester train from?

Margate to Rochester train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Margate station.

Train or bus from Margate to Rochester?

The best way to get from Margate to Rochester is to train which takes 59 min and costs £21 - £45. Alternatively, you can bus and line 700 bus, which costs £12 - £35 and takes 2h 40m.

Where does the Margate to Rochester bus arrive?

Margate to Rochester bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Margate to Rochester train arrive?

Margate to Rochester train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at Rochester station.

Can I drive from Margate to Rochester?

Yes, the driving distance between Margate to Rochester is 45 miles. It takes approximately 52 min to drive from Margate to Rochester.

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

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Margate to Rochester - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 700 bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Margate to Rochestertrain Ramsgate - St Pancras International / ...
59 min
£21–45
Drive 44.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Margate to Rochestercar 44.9 mi
52 min
£11–16
Bus, line 700 bus
1. Take the bus from Marine Terrace to Bus Stationbus 022
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Rochester Community Hubbus 700
2h 40m
£13–31
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Margate to Rochestertaxi 44.9 mi
52 min
£190–240

Margate to Rochester by train

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Distance: 40.4 mi
Duration: 59 min

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

Southeastern operates a train from Margate to Rochester hourly. Tickets cost £21–45 and the journey takes 59 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Marine Terrace to Rochester Community Hub via Bus Station in around 2h 40m.

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