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

The cheapest way to get from Swansea to Rochester is to bus and train via Newport which costs £35 - £70 and takes 7h 26m.

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 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 20m.

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 20m and costs £100 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 4h 20m to get from Swansea to Rochester, including transfers.

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.

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?

There are 1585+ hotels available in Rochester.

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 20m
£100–180
Bus, train via Newport
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Swansea City Bus Station to Newport Train Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Newport Train Station to London Victoriabus
3. Take the train from London Victoria to Rochestertrain
7h 26m
£40–69
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Swansea Bus Station Stand B to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 507 / ...
2. Take the train from London Victoria to Rochestertrain London Victoria - Gillingham / ...
6h 26m
£49–87
Drive 215.8 mi
1. Drive from Swansea to Rochestercar 215.8 mi
4h 10m
£54–77

Swansea to Rochester by train and subway

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Distance: 228.1 mi
Duration: 4h 20m

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 20m.

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