What is the cheapest way to get from Rochester to Waterloo Station?

The cheapest way to get from Rochester to Waterloo Station is to rideshare which costs £3 and takes 1h 25m.

What is the fastest way to get from Rochester to Waterloo Station?

The fastest way to get from Rochester to Waterloo Station is to drive which takes 46 min and costs £7 - £11.

Is there a direct train between Rochester and Waterloo Station?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Strood and arriving at London Waterloo East. Services depart twice daily, and operate Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 1h 10m.

How far is it from Rochester to Waterloo Station?

The distance between Rochester and Waterloo Station is 31 miles. The road distance is 30.6 miles.

How do I travel from Rochester to Waterloo Station without a car?

The best way to get from Rochester to Waterloo Station without a car is to train which takes 1h 14m and costs £15 - £30.

How long does it take to get from Rochester to Waterloo Station?

The train from Strood to London Waterloo East takes 1h 10m including transfers and departs twice daily.

Where do I catch the Rochester to Waterloo Station train from?

Rochester to Waterloo Station train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Strood station.

Where does the Rochester to Waterloo Station train arrive?

Rochester to Waterloo Station train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at London Waterloo East station.

Can I drive from Rochester to Waterloo Station?

Yes, the driving distance between Rochester to Waterloo Station is 31 miles. It takes approximately 46 min to drive from Rochester to Waterloo Station.

How do I get a train ticket from Rochester to Waterloo Station?

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Where can I stay near Waterloo Station?

There are 21530+ hotels available in Waterloo Station.

Can I share a ride from Rochester to Waterloo Station?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Rochester and Waterloo Station. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Rochester to Waterloo Station - 6 ways to travel via train, car, and taxi

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There are 6 ways to get from Rochester to Waterloo Station by train, car, taxi, or rideshare

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Strood to London Waterloo Easttrain Strood - London Charing Cross
1h 14m
£15–30
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Gillingham to Londonrideshare 34.1 mi
1h 25m
£3
Drive 30.4 mi
1. Drive from Rochester to Waterloo Stationcar 30.4 mi
46 min
£8–11
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Rochester to Waterloo Stationtaxi 30.4 mi
46 min
£280–340
Train via London Bridge Station
1. Take the train from Rochester to London Bridgetrain Rainham / ...
1h 31m
£16–37
Train via Swanley
1. Take the train from Rochester to Swanleytrain Gillingham / ...
2. Take the train from Swanley to London Waterloo Easttrain Ashford International - London Charing Cross / ...
1h 33m
£16–32

Rochester to Waterloo Station by train and foot

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1h 14mAverage Duration

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Distance: 30.4 mi
Duration: 1h 14m

What companies run services between Rochester, England and Waterloo Station, England?

Southeastern operates a train from Strood to London Waterloo East twice daily. Tickets cost £15–30 and the journey takes 1h 10m.

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