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

The cheapest way to get from Rochester to Poole is to bus which costs £25 - £50 and takes 7h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Rochester to Poole is to drive which takes 2h 35m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Rochester and Poole?

No, there is no direct bus from Rochester station to Poole station. However, there are services departing from Waterfront Bus Station and arriving at Seldown Coach Station via Hempstead Valley Shopping Centre and London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Rochester and Poole?

No, there is no direct train from Rochester to Poole. However, there are services departing from Rochester and arriving at Poole via Victoria station and London Waterloo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 4m.

How far is it from Rochester to Poole?

The distance between Rochester and Poole is 150 miles. The road distance is 137.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Rochester to Poole without a car is to train via London which takes 4h 4m and costs £55 - £130.

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

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

Where do I catch the Rochester to Poole bus from?

Rochester to Poole bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Hempstead Valley Shopping Centre station.

Where do I catch the Rochester to Poole train from?

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

Train or bus from Rochester to Poole?

The best way to get from Rochester to Poole is to train via London which takes 4h 4m and costs £55 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £25 - £50 and takes 7h 40m.

Where does the Rochester to Poole bus arrive?

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

Where does the Rochester to Poole train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Rochester to Poole?

Yes, the driving distance between Rochester to Poole is 137 miles. It takes approximately 2h 35m to drive from Rochester to Poole.

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

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Where can I stay near Poole?

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

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Rochester to London Victoriatrain Gillingham / ...
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Pooletrain London Waterloo - Weymouth / ...
4h 4m
£59–122
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Hempstead Valley Shopping Centre to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 007 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Seldown Coach Stationbus 035 / ...
7h 40m
£26–49
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
6h 12m
£32–52
Drive 136.3 mi
1. Drive from Rochester to Poolecar 136.3 mi
2h 35m
£34–49
Train
1. Take the train from Rochester to London Bridgetrain Rainham / ...
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Pooletrain London Waterloo - Weymouth / ...
4h 12m
£57–119

Rochester to Poole by train, subway, and foot

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Distance: 148.8 mi
Duration: 4h 4m

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

You can take a train from Rochester to Poole via London Victoria, Victoria station, Westminster station, and London Waterloo in around 4h 4m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Waterfront Bus Station to Seldown Coach Station via Hempstead Valley Shopping Centre, London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals, and London Victoria in around 7h 40m.

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