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

The cheapest way to get from Rochester to Charlton is to line 700 bus and line 96 bus and bus which costs £2 - £45 and takes 1h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Rochester to Charlton is to drive which takes 32 min and costs £5 - £9.

Is there a direct bus between Rochester and Charlton?

No, there is no direct bus from Rochester station to Charlton. However, there are services departing from Railway Station and arriving at St Luke's Church / Charlton via Bus Station and Bexleyheath Clock Tower. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Rochester and Charlton?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Rochester and arriving at Charlton. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 54 min.

How far is it from Rochester to Charlton?

The distance between Rochester and Charlton is 24 miles. The road distance is 23.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Rochester to Charlton without a car is to train which takes 54 min and costs £12 - £25.

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

The train from Rochester to Charlton takes 54 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Rochester to Charlton bus from?

Rochester to Charlton bus services, operated by Arriva UK, depart from Railway Station.

Where do I catch the Rochester to Charlton train from?

Rochester to Charlton train services, operated by Thameslink, depart from Rochester station.

Train or bus from Rochester to Charlton?

The best way to get from Rochester to Charlton is to train which takes 54 min and costs £12 - £25. Alternatively, you can line 700 bus and line 96 bus and bus, which costs £2 - £45 and takes 1h 45m.

Where does the Rochester to Charlton bus arrive?

Rochester to Charlton bus services, operated by Arriva UK, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Rochester to Charlton train arrive?

Rochester to Charlton train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at Charlton station.

Can I drive from Rochester to Charlton?

Yes, the driving distance between Rochester to Charlton is 24 miles. It takes approximately 32 min to drive from Rochester to Charlton.

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

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Where can I stay near Charlton?

There are 21011+ hotels available in Charlton.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Rochester to Charltontrain Gillingham / ...
54 min
£12–25
Line 700 bus, line 96 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Railway Station to Bus Stationbus 700
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bexleyheath Clock Towerbus 96
3. Take the bus from Bexleyheath Clock Tower to St Luke's Church / Charltonbus 486
1h 45m
£3–43
Drive 23.5 mi
1. Drive from Rochester to Charltoncar 23.5 mi
32 min
£6–9
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Rochester to Charltontaxi 23.5 mi
32 min
£75–95

Rochester to Charlton by train

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Distance: 24 mi
Duration: 54 min

What companies run services between Rochester, England and Charlton, Greater London, England?

Thameslink operates a train from Rochester to Charlton hourly. Tickets cost £12–24 and the journey takes 54 min. Southeastern also services this route 6 times a week. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Railway Station to St Luke's Church / Charlton via Bus Station and Bexleyheath Clock Tower in around 1h 45m.

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