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

The cheapest way to get from Rochester to Dorset is to line 022 bus and bus which costs £26 - £45 and takes 9h 17m.

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

The fastest way to get from Rochester to Dorset is to drive which takes 2h 44m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Rochester and Dorset?

No, there is no direct bus from Rochester station to Dorset. However, there are services departing from Railway Station and arriving at Dorchester Road Traffic Lights via Bus Station, London Victoria and South Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 17m.

Is there a direct train between Rochester and Dorset?

No, there is no direct train from Rochester to Dorset. However, there are services departing from Rochester and arriving at Dorchester South via Victoria station and London Waterloo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 51m.

How far is it from Rochester to Dorset?

The distance between Rochester and Dorset is 177 miles. The road distance is 150.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Rochester to Dorset without a car is to train which takes 5h 51m and costs £60 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 5h 51m to get from Rochester to Dorset, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rochester to Dorset bus from?

Rochester to Dorset bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Rochester to Dorset train from?

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

Train or bus from Rochester to Dorset?

The best way to get from Rochester to Dorset is to train which takes 5h 51m and costs £60 - £150. Alternatively, you can line 022 bus and bus, which costs £26 - £45 and takes 9h 17m.

Where does the Rochester to Dorset bus arrive?

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

Where does the Rochester to Dorset train arrive?

Rochester to Dorset train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at London Victoria station.

Can I drive from Rochester to Dorset?

Yes, the driving distance between Rochester to Dorset is 150 miles. It takes approximately 2h 44m to drive from Rochester to Dorset.

Where can I stay near Dorset?

There are 2453+ hotels available in Dorset.

Rochester to Dorset - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 022 bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Rochester to Dorset by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Rochester to London Victoriatrain Gillingham / ...
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Dorchester Southtrain London Waterloo - Weymouth
5h 51m
£63–142
Line 022 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 022
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to South Stationbus 035
9h 17m
£27–44
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Rochester to London Victoriatrain Gillingham / ...
2. Take the bus from London Green Line Coach Station to Poole Seldown Coach Stationbus Uk061
9h
£34–55
Drive 149.5 mi
1. Drive from Rochester to Dorsetcar 149.5 mi
2h 44m
£38–55
Train via Basingstoke
1. Take the train from Rochester to London Victoriatrain
2. Take the train from Clapham Junction to Basingstoketrain
3. Take the train from Basingstoke to Dorchester Southtrain
6h 31m
£63–138

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Distance: 175.9 mi
Duration: 5h 51m

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

You can take a train from Rochester to Dorchester Road Traffic Lights via London Victoria, Victoria station, Westminster station, London Waterloo, Dorchester South, and Trinity Street in around 5h 51m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Railway Station to Dorchester Road Traffic Lights via Bus Station, London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals, London Victoria, and South Station in around 9h 17m.

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