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 £55 - £140 and takes 8h 47m.

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 46m and costs £85 - £160.

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 46m.

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 46m and costs £85 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 3h 46m 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 3629+ 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 46m
£86–151
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 47m
£55–132
Drive 234.3 mi
1. Drive from Rochester to Boltoncar 234.3 mi
4h 20m
£57–83
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 22m
£92–321
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 58m
£223–396
Train, train to Southampton Airport, fly to Manchester Airport
1. Take the train from Rochester to London Victoriatrain
2. Take the train from Clapham Junction to Southampton Airport Parkwaytrain
3. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane SOU - MAN
5h 33m
£125–279
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 44m
£260–613

Rochester to Bolton by train and foot

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3h 46mAverage Duration

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Distance: 226.6 mi
Duration: 3h 46m

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 46m.

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