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

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

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 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 Victoria and Clapham Junction. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 57m.

How far is it from Rochester to Southampton?

The distance between Rochester and Southampton is 112 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 via London which takes 2h 57m and costs £45 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 2h 57m to get from Rochester to Southampton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rochester to Southampton train from?

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

Where does the Rochester to Southampton train arrive?

Rochester to Southampton train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at London Victoria 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 1999+ hotels available in Southampton.

Rochester to Southampton - 5 ways to travel via train, car, and bus

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

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Rochester to London Victoriatrain Gillingham / ...
2. Take the train from Clapham Junction to Southampton Centraltrain London Waterloo - Southampton Central / ...
2h 57m
£48–105
Drive 107.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Rochester to Southamptoncar 107.1 mi
2h 1m
£27–38
Train
1. Take the train from Rochester to London Bridgetrain Rainham / ...
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Southampton Centraltrain London Waterloo - Weymouth / ...
3h 3m
£47–100
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 25m
£47–103
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 29m
£60–115

Rochester to Southampton by train

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Distance: 111.6 mi
Duration: 2h 57m

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

You can take a train from Rochester to Southampton Central via London Victoria and Clapham Junction in around 2h 57m.

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