What is the cheapest way to get from Rochester to London Docklands?

The cheapest way to get from Rochester to London Docklands is to line 700 bus and line 96 bus which costs £3 - £6 and takes 2h 26m.

What is the fastest way to get from Rochester to London Docklands?

The fastest way to get from Rochester to London Docklands is to drive which takes 37 min and costs £6 - £10.

Is there a direct bus between Rochester and London Docklands?

No, there is no direct bus from Rochester to London Docklands station. However, there are services departing from Rochester Community Hub and arriving at Woolwich Arsenal Station via Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 26m.

Is there a direct train between Rochester and London Docklands?

No, there is no direct train from Rochester to London Docklands. However, there are services departing from Rochester and arriving at Canary Wharf via Abbey Wood. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 2m.

How far is it from Rochester to London Docklands?

The distance between Rochester and London Docklands is 28 miles. The road distance is 27.9 miles.

How do I travel from Rochester to London Docklands without a car?

The best way to get from Rochester to London Docklands without a car is to train which takes 1h 2m and costs £15 - £35.

How long does it take to get from Rochester to London Docklands?

It takes approximately 1h 2m to get from Rochester to London Docklands, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rochester to London Docklands bus from?

Rochester to London Docklands bus services, operated by Arriva UK, depart from Rochester Community Hub station.

Where do I catch the Rochester to London Docklands train from?

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

Train or bus from Rochester to London Docklands?

The best way to get from Rochester to London Docklands is to train which takes 1h 2m and costs £15 - £35. Alternatively, you can line 700 bus and line 96 bus, which costs £3 - £6 and takes 2h 26m.

Where does the Rochester to London Docklands bus arrive?

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

Where does the Rochester to London Docklands train arrive?

Rochester to London Docklands train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at Abbey Wood (London) station.

Can I drive from Rochester to London Docklands?

Yes, the driving distance between Rochester to London Docklands is 28 miles. It takes approximately 37 min to drive from Rochester to London Docklands.

How do I get a train ticket from Rochester to London Docklands?

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Where can I stay near London Docklands?

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There are 5 ways to get from Rochester to London Docklands by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Rochester to Abbey Wood (London)train Rainham / ...
1h 2m
£16–32
Line 700 bus, line 96 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Rochester Community Hub to Bus Stationbus 700
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Woolwich Arsenal Stationbus 96
2h 26m
£4–6
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Strood to Stratford Internationaltrain Faversham - St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the bus from Stratford City Bus Station to Canary Wharf stationbus A9
1h 8m
£15–28
Drive 27.7 mi
1. Drive from Rochester to London Docklandscar 27.7 mi
37 min
£7–10
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Rochester to London Docklandstaxi 27.7 mi
37 min
£90–110

Rochester to London Docklands by train and foot

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1h 2mAverage Duration

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Distance: 27.9 mi
Duration: 1h 2m

What companies run services between Rochester, England and London Docklands, England?

Thameslink operates a train from Rochester to Abbey Wood (London) hourly. Tickets cost £10–21 and the journey takes 43 min. Southeastern also services this route 6 times a week. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Rochester Community Hub to London Docklands via Bus Station, Woolwich Arsenal Station, Woolwich Arsenal DLR Station, and Poplar in around 2h 26m.

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