What is the cheapest way to get from Rochester to West Sussex?

The cheapest way to get from Rochester to West Sussex is to drive which costs £15 - £22 and takes 1h 14m.

What is the fastest way to get from Rochester to West Sussex?

The fastest way to get from Rochester to West Sussex is to drive which takes 1h 14m and costs £15 - £22.

Is there a direct bus between Rochester and West Sussex?

No, there is no direct bus from Rochester station to West Sussex station. However, there are services departing from Chatham station and arriving at Railway Station via Royal Star Arcade, Royal Victoria Place and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 14m.

Is there a direct train between Rochester and West Sussex?

No, there is no direct train from Rochester to West Sussex. However, there are services departing from Rochester and arriving at Billingshurst via London Victoria and Horsham. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 50m.

How far is it from Rochester to West Sussex?

The distance between Rochester and West Sussex is 79 miles. The road distance is 62.8 miles.

How do I travel from Rochester to West Sussex without a car?

The best way to get from Rochester to West Sussex without a car is to train which takes 2h 50m and costs £40 - £85.

How long does it take to get from Rochester to West Sussex?

It takes approximately 2h 50m to get from Rochester to West Sussex, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rochester to West Sussex bus from?

Rochester to West Sussex bus services, operated by Arriva UK, depart from Royal Star Arcade station.

Where do I catch the Rochester to West Sussex train from?

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

Train or bus from Rochester to West Sussex?

The best way to get from Rochester to West Sussex is to train which takes 2h 50m and costs £40 - £85. Alternatively, you can line 7 bus and bus, which costs and takes 5h 14m.

Where does the Rochester to West Sussex bus arrive?

Rochester to West Sussex bus services, operated by Arriva UK, arrive at Royal Victoria Place station.

Where does the Rochester to West Sussex train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Rochester to West Sussex?

Yes, the driving distance between Rochester to West Sussex is 63 miles. It takes approximately 1h 14m to drive from Rochester to West Sussex.

How do I get a train ticket from Rochester to West Sussex?

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Where can I stay near West Sussex?

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Rochester to West Sussex - 4 ways to travel via train, line 7 bus, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Rochester to West Sussex 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 Victoria to Horshamtrain London Victoria - Portsmouth Harbour / ...
2h 50m
£40–83
Drive 62.4 mi
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1. Drive from Rochester to West Sussexcar 62.4 mi
1h 14m
£16–22
Line 7 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Royal Star Arcade to Royal Victoria Placebus 7 / ...
2. Take the bus from Royal Victoria Place to Bus Stationbus 291
5h 14m
Train via London
1. Take the train from Rochester to Farringdontrain Rainham / ...
2. Take the train from Farringdon to Horshamtrain Peterborough - Horsham / ...
4h 17m
£40–77

Rochester to West Sussex by train

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Distance: 78.8 mi
Duration: 2h 50m

What companies run services between Rochester, England and West Sussex, England?

You can take a train from Rochester to Billingshurst via London Victoria and Horsham in around 2h 50m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Chatham station to Billingshurst via St Faith's Street, Royal Star Arcade, Royal Victoria Place, Bus Station, Railway Station, and Horsham in around 5h 14m.

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