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

The cheapest way to get from Rochester to Bolton is to train and bus which costs £45 - £90 and takes 8h 32m.

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

The fastest way to get from Rochester to Bolton is to train which takes 3h 47m and costs £80 - £140.

Is there a direct train between Rochester and Bolton?

No, there is no direct train from Rochester to Bolton. However, there are services departing from Rochester and arriving at Bolton via London Euston and Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 47m.

How far is it from Rochester to Bolton?

The distance between Rochester and Bolton is 228 miles. The road distance is 235.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Rochester to Bolton without a car is to train which takes 3h 47m and costs £80 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 3h 47m to get from Rochester to Bolton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rochester to Bolton train from?

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

Where does the Rochester to Bolton train arrive?

Rochester to Bolton train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at London St Pancras Intl station.

Can I drive from Rochester to Bolton?

Yes, the driving distance between Rochester to Bolton is 236 miles. It takes approximately 4h 20m to drive from Rochester to Bolton.

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

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Where can I stay near Bolton?

There are 3599+ hotels available in Bolton.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Rochester to London St Pancras Intltrain Faversham - St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the train from London Euston to Manchester Piccadillytrain London Euston - Manchester Piccadilly
3h 47m
£80–136
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Rochester to London Victoriatrain Gillingham / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 541 / ...
8h 32m
£50–88
Drive 234.3 mi
1. Drive from Rochester to Boltoncar 234.3 mi
4h 20m
£59–85
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Manchester Airport
1. Take the train from Rochester to Stratford Internationaltrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LHR - MAN
4h 19m
£93–295
Train to London City Airport, fly to Manchester Airport
1. Take the train from Rochester to Stratford Internationaltrain
2. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LCY - MAN
5h 56m
£222–360
Train, train to London Gatwick Airport, fly to Manchester Airport
1. Take the train from Rochester to London Victoriatrain
2. Take the train from London Victoria to Gatwick Airporttrain
3. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LGW - MAN
6h 45m
£91–239
Train to London City Airport, fly to Liverpool, train
1. Take the train from Rochester to Stratford Internationaltrain
2. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Liverpool (LPL)plane LCY - LPL
3. Take the train from Liverpool South Parkway to Manchester Oxford Roadtrain
6h 38m
£458–656

Rochester to Bolton by train and foot

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Distance: 226.6 mi
Duration: 3h 47m

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

You can take a train from Rochester to Bolton via London St Pancras Intl, London Euston, and Manchester Piccadilly in around 3h 47m.

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