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

The cheapest way to get from Rochester to Southampton is to bus which costs £20 - £40 and takes 6h 24m.

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

The fastest way to get from Rochester to Southampton is to drive which takes 2h 1m and costs £26 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Rochester and Southampton?

No, there is no direct bus from Rochester station to Southampton station. However, there are services departing from Waterfront Bus Station and arriving at Coach Station via Hempstead Valley Shopping Centre and London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 24m.

Is there a direct train between Rochester and Southampton?

No, there is no direct train from Rochester to Southampton. However, there are services departing from Rochester and arriving at Southampton Central via London Waterloo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 10m.

How far is it from Rochester to Southampton?

The distance between Rochester and Southampton is 111 miles. The road distance is 107.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Rochester to Southampton without a car is to train which takes 3h 10m and costs £45 - £90.

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

It takes approximately 3h 10m to get from Rochester to Southampton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rochester to Southampton bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Rochester to Southampton train from?

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

Train or bus from Rochester to Southampton?

The best way to get from Rochester to Southampton is to train which takes 3h 10m and costs £45 - £90. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £20 - £40 and takes 6h 24m.

Where does the Rochester to Southampton bus arrive?

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

Where does the Rochester to Southampton train arrive?

Rochester to Southampton train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at London Bridge station.

Can I drive from Rochester to Southampton?

Yes, the driving distance between Rochester to Southampton is 108 miles. It takes approximately 2h 1m to drive from Rochester to Southampton.

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

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Where can I stay near Southampton?

There are 1961+ hotels available in Southampton.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Rochester to London Bridgetrain Rainham / ...
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Southampton Centraltrain London Waterloo - Weymouth / ...
3h 10m
£46–89
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 Coach Stationbus 032 / ...
6h 24m
£21–36
Drive 107.1 mi
1. Drive from Rochester to Southamptoncar 107.1 mi
2h 1m
£27–39
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 Southampton Centraltrain
3h 30m
£46–92
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Rochester to London Victoriatrain
2. Take the train from London Victoria to Portsmouth Harbourtrain
3. Take the bus from The Hard Interchange to WestQuaybus X4 / ...
5h 27m
£61–99

Rochester to Southampton by train and bus

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Distance: 110.2 mi
Duration: 3h 10m

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

You can take a train from Rochester to Southampton Central via London Bridge, London Bridge Station, Waterloo Station / York Road, and London Waterloo in around 3h 10m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Waterfront Bus Station to Coach Station via Hempstead Valley Shopping Centre, London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals, and London Victoria in around 6h 24m.

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