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

The cheapest way to get from Swansea to Rochester is to bus which costs £30 - £60 and takes 8h 14m.

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

The fastest way to get from Swansea to Rochester is to drive which takes 4h 10m and costs £50 - £80.

Is there a direct bus between Swansea and Rochester?

No, there is no direct bus from Swansea station to Rochester. However, there are services departing from Swansea Bus Station Stand B and arriving at Rochester Community Hub via London Victoria and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 14m.

Is there a direct train between Swansea and Rochester?

No, there is no direct train from Swansea to Rochester. However, there are services departing from Swansea and arriving at Rochester via Paddington station and London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 17m.

How far is it from Swansea to Rochester?

The distance between Swansea and Rochester is 229 miles. The road distance is 217.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Swansea to Rochester without a car is to train which takes 4h 17m and costs £100 - £190.

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

It takes approximately 4h 17m to get from Swansea to Rochester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Swansea to Rochester bus from?

Swansea to Rochester bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Swansea Bus Station Stand B.

Where do I catch the Swansea to Rochester train from?

Swansea to Rochester train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Swansea station.

Train or bus from Swansea to Rochester?

The best way to get from Swansea to Rochester is to train which takes 4h 17m and costs £100 - £190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £60 and takes 8h 14m.

Where does the Swansea to Rochester bus arrive?

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

Where does the Swansea to Rochester train arrive?

Swansea to Rochester train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at London Paddington station.

Can I drive from Swansea to Rochester?

Yes, the driving distance between Swansea to Rochester is 217 miles. It takes approximately 4h 10m to drive from Swansea to Rochester.

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

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Where can I stay near Rochester?

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Swansea to Rochester - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Swansea to Rochester by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Swansea to London Paddingtontrain Swansea - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from London Victoria to Rochestertrain London Victoria - Gillingham / ...
4h 17m
£101–182
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Swansea Bus Station Stand B to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 507 / ...
8h 14m
£32–56
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Swansea City Bus Station to London Heathrow Airportbus Uk940
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Rochestertrain St Pancras International - Faversham / ...
6h 45m
£48–73
Drive 215.8 mi
1. Drive from Swansea to Rochestercar 215.8 mi
4h 10m
£54–78

Swansea to Rochester by train and subway

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Distance: 228.1 mi
Duration: 4h 17m

What companies run services between Swansea, Wales and Rochester, England?

You can take a train from Swansea to Rochester via London Paddington, Paddington station, Victoria station, and London Victoria in around 4h 17m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Swansea Bus Station Stand B to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals every 2 hours. Tickets cost £27–50 and the journey takes 5h 10m.

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