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

The cheapest way to get from Plymouth to Rochester is to bus and train which costs £45 - £85 and takes 7h 32m.

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

The fastest way to get from Plymouth to Rochester is to drive which takes 4h 20m and costs £60 - £90.

Is there a direct bus between Plymouth and Rochester?

No, there is no direct bus from Plymouth station to Rochester. However, there are services departing from Plymouth Coach Station and arriving at Rochester Community Hub via London Victoria and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 54m.

Is there a direct train between Plymouth and Rochester?

No, there is no direct train from Plymouth to Rochester. However, there are services departing from Plymouth and arriving at Rochester via Paddington station and London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 40m.

How far is it from Plymouth to Rochester?

The distance between Plymouth and Rochester is 264 miles. The road distance is 249.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Plymouth to Rochester without a car is to train which takes 4h 40m and costs £120 - £240.

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

It takes approximately 4h 40m to get from Plymouth to Rochester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Plymouth to Rochester bus from?

Plymouth to Rochester bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Plymouth Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Plymouth to Rochester train from?

Plymouth to Rochester train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Plymouth station.

Train or bus from Plymouth to Rochester?

The best way to get from Plymouth to Rochester is to train which takes 4h 40m and costs £120 - £240. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £45 - £120 and takes 8h 54m.

Where does the Plymouth to Rochester bus arrive?

Plymouth to Rochester bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals.

Where does the Plymouth to Rochester train arrive?

Plymouth to Rochester train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at London Paddington station.

Can I drive from Plymouth to Rochester?

Yes, the driving distance between Plymouth to Rochester is 250 miles. It takes approximately 4h 20m to drive from Plymouth to Rochester.

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

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Where can I stay near Rochester?

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Plymouth to Rochester - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 7 ways to get from Plymouth to Rochester by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Plymouth to London Paddingtontrain Penzance - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from London Victoria to Rochestertrain London Victoria - Gillingham / ...
4h 40m
£121–237
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Plymouth Coach Station to London Victoriabus Ukn49 / ...
2. Take the train from London Victoria to Rochestertrain London Victoria - Gillingham / ...
7h 32m
£46–83
Drive 248.5 mi
1. Drive from Plymouth to Rochestercar 248.5 mi
4h 20m
£61–88
Train, fly to London City Airport
1. Take the train from Plymouth to Exeter St Davidstrain
2. Fly from Exeter (EXT) to London City Airport (LCY)plane EXT - LCY
3. Take the train from Stratford International to Rochestertrain
7h 17m
£260–526
Bus
1. Take the bus from Plymouth Coach Station to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 504 / ...
8h 54m
£47–112
Train, fly to London Gatwick Airport
1. Take the train from Plymouth to Exeter St Davidstrain
2. Fly from Exeter (EXT) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)plane EXT - LGW
3. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to London Victoriatrain
4. Take the train from London Victoria to Rochestertrain
7h 39m
£140–286
Train, fly to London Heathrow Airport
1. Take the train from Plymouth to Exeter St Davidstrain
2. Fly from Exeter (EXT) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane EXT - LHR
3. Take the train from London Victoria to Rochestertrain
7h 44m
£215–490

Plymouth to Rochester by bus, foot, and train

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Distance: 262.4 mi
Duration: 4h 40m

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

You can take a train from Plymouth to Rochester via London Paddington, Paddington station, Victoria station, and London Victoria in around 4h 40m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Plymouth Coach Station to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals every 3 hours. Tickets cost £40–100 and the journey takes 5h 50m.

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