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

The cheapest way to get from Rochester to Somerset is to bus which costs £30 - £55 and takes 8h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Rochester to Somerset is to drive which takes 3h 20m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Rochester and Somerset?

No, there is no direct bus from Rochester station to Somerset. However, there are services departing from Waterfront Bus Station and arriving at Verriers via Hempstead Valley Shopping Centre and London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Rochester and Somerset?

No, there is no direct train from Rochester to Somerset. However, there are services departing from Rochester and arriving at Taunton via Victoria station and London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 49m.

How far is it from Rochester to Somerset?

The distance between Rochester and Somerset is 190 miles. The road distance is 178.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Rochester to Somerset without a car is to train which takes 4h 49m and costs £75 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 4h 49m to get from Rochester to Somerset, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rochester to Somerset bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Rochester to Somerset train from?

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

Train or bus from Rochester to Somerset?

The best way to get from Rochester to Somerset is to train which takes 4h 49m and costs £75 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £55 and takes 8h 20m.

Where does the Rochester to Somerset bus arrive?

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

Where does the Rochester to Somerset train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Rochester to Somerset?

Yes, the driving distance between Rochester to Somerset is 179 miles. It takes approximately 3h 20m to drive from Rochester to Somerset.

Where can I stay near Somerset?

There are 786+ hotels available in Somerset.

Rochester to Somerset - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Rochester to Somerset 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 Paddington to Tauntontrain London Paddington - Plymouth / ...
4h 49m
£79–150
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 Verriersbus 502
8h 20m
£32–54
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Rochester to London Victoriatrain Gillingham / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Verriersbus 502
6h 8m
£42–71
Drive 177.8 mi
1. Drive from Rochester to Somersetcar 177.8 mi
3h 20m
£44–64
Train via London
1. Take the train from Rochester to Farringdontrain Rainham / ...
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Tauntontrain London Paddington - Plymouth / ...
4h 53m
£78–144
Train via Birmingham
1. Take the train from Rochester to London St Pancras Intltrain
2. Take the train from London Euston to Birmingham New Streettrain
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Tauntontrain
6h 12m
£105–215

Rochester to Somerset by train, subway, and bus

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4h 49mAverage Duration

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Distance: 188.6 mi
Duration: 4h 49m

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

You can take a train from Rochester to Shovel Lane via London Victoria, Victoria station, Paddington station, London Paddington, Taunton, Taunton Rail Station, and Castle Way in around 4h 49m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Waterfront Bus Station to Verriers via Hempstead Valley Shopping Centre, London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals, and London Victoria in around 8h 20m.

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