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

The cheapest way to get from Southampton to Rochester is to bus and line 022 bus which costs £17 - £35 and takes 6h 9m.

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Southampton and Rochester?

No, there is no direct bus from Southampton station to Rochester. However, there are services departing from Coach Station and arriving at Rochester Community Hub via London Victoria and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 9m.

Is there a direct train between Southampton and Rochester?

No, there is no direct train from Southampton to Rochester. However, there are services departing from Southampton Central and arriving at Rochester via Basingstoke, Clapham Junction and London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 49m.

How far is it from Southampton to Rochester?

The distance between Southampton and Rochester is 112 miles. The road distance is 107.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Southampton to Rochester without a car is to train via Basingstoke which takes 2h 49m and costs £45 - £100.

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

It takes approximately 2h 49m to get from Southampton to Rochester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Southampton to Rochester bus from?

Southampton to Rochester bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Southampton to Rochester train from?

Southampton to Rochester train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Southampton Central station.

Train or bus from Southampton to Rochester?

The best way to get from Southampton to Rochester is to train via Basingstoke which takes 2h 49m and costs £45 - £100. Alternatively, you can bus and line 022 bus, which costs £17 - £35 and takes 6h 9m.

Where does the Southampton to Rochester bus arrive?

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

Where does the Southampton to Rochester train arrive?

Southampton to Rochester train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at Basingstoke station.

Can I drive from Southampton to Rochester?

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

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

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

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Where can I stay near Rochester?

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Train via Basingstoke
best
1. Take the train from Southampton Central to Basingstoketrain
2. Take the train from Basingstoke to Clapham Junctiontrain
3. Take the train from London Victoria to Rochestertrain
2h 49m
£47–97
Bus, line 022 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Coach Station to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 032 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Bus Stationbus 022
6h 9m
£18–31
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Southampton Central Station to London Green Line Coach Stationbus Uk061
2. Take the train from London Victoria to Rochestertrain London Victoria - Gillingham / ...
4h 15m
£28–49
Drive 107.2 mi
1. Drive from Southampton to Rochestercar 107.2 mi
2h 2m
£27–39
Train
1. Take the train from Southampton Central to London Waterlootrain Weymouth - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from London Bridge to Rochestertrain Luton - Rainham / ...
2h 50m
£46–90

Southampton to Rochester by train

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Distance: 111.6 mi
Duration: 2h 49m

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

You can take a train from Southampton Central to Rochester via Basingstoke, Clapham Junction, and London Victoria in around 2h 49m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Coach Station to Rochester Community Hub via London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals, London Victoria, and Bus Station in around 6h 9m.

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