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

The cheapest way to get from Rochester to Durham is to drive which costs £70 - £110 and takes 4h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Rochester to Durham is to train which takes 4h 3m and costs £100 - £170.

Is there a direct train between Rochester and Durham?

No, there is no direct train from Rochester to Durham. However, there are services departing from Rochester and arriving at Durham via King's Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 3m.

How far is it from Rochester to Durham?

The distance between Rochester and Durham is 288 miles. The road distance is 286 miles.

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

The best way to get from Rochester to Durham without a car is to train which takes 4h 3m and costs £100 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 4h 3m to get from Rochester to Durham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rochester to Durham train from?

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

Where does the Rochester to Durham train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Rochester to Durham?

Yes, the driving distance between Rochester to Durham is 286 miles. It takes approximately 4h 45m to drive from Rochester to Durham.

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

Book your Rochester to Durham train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Durham?

There are 1830+ hotels available in Durham.

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

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There are 7 ways to get from Rochester to Durham by train, 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 King's Cross to Durhamtrain London Kings Cross - Edinburgh / ...
4h 3m
£102–161
Drive 284.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Rochester to Durhamcar 284.4 mi
4h 45m
£70–102
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Newcastle, train
1. Take the train from Rochester to Stratford Internationaltrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Newcastle (NCL)plane LHR - NCL
3. Take the train from Newcastle to Durhamtrain
4h 43m
£82–319
Train via Sheffield
1. Take the train from Rochester to London St Pancras Intltrain
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Sheffieldtrain
3. Take the train from Sheffield to Durhamtrain
5h 20m
£157–241
Train, train to Southampton Airport, fly to Newcastle
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 Newcastle (NCL)plane SOU - NCL
5h 55m
£128–306
Train to London City Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport, train
1. Take the train from Rochester to Stratford Internationaltrain
2. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane LCY - EDI
3. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Durhamtrain
6h 17m
£146–459
Train to London Stansted Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport, train
1. Take the train from Rochester to Stratford Internationaltrain
2. Fly from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane STN - EDI
3. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Durhamtrain
6h 48m
£102–278

Rochester to Durham by train

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Distance: 286 mi
Duration: 4h 3m

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

You can take a train from Rochester to Durham via London St Pancras International and King's Cross in around 4h 3m.

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