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

The cheapest way to get from Waterloo Station to Rochester Castle is to line 53 bus and line 96 bus which costs £2 - £5 and takes 3h 18m.

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

The fastest way to get from Waterloo Station to Rochester Castle is to drive which takes 48 min and costs £7 - £11.

Is there a direct bus between Waterloo Station and Rochester Castle?

No, there is no direct bus from Waterloo Station to Rochester Castle. However, there are services departing from Lower Marsh and arriving at Rochester Guildhall Museum via Woolwich Arsenal Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 18m.

Is there a direct train between Waterloo Station and Rochester Castle?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from London Waterloo East and arriving at Rochester. Services depart five times a week, and operate Monday to Friday. The journey takes approximately 1h 15m.

How far is it from Waterloo Station to Rochester Castle?

The distance between Waterloo Station and Rochester Castle is 35 miles. The road distance is 30.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Waterloo Station to Rochester Castle without a car is to train via London Victoria which takes 1h 17m and costs £16 - £35.

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

It takes approximately 1h 17m to get from Waterloo Station to Rochester Castle, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Waterloo Station to Rochester Castle bus from?

Waterloo Station to Rochester Castle bus services, operated by Stagecoach London, depart from Lower Marsh station.

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

Waterloo Station to Rochester Castle train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from London Victoria station.

Train or bus from Waterloo Station to Rochester Castle?

The best way to get from Waterloo Station to Rochester Castle is to train via London Victoria which takes 1h 17m and costs £16 - £35. Alternatively, you can line 53 bus and line 96 bus, which costs £2 - £5 and takes 3h 18m.

Where does the Waterloo Station to Rochester Castle bus arrive?

Waterloo Station to Rochester Castle bus services, operated by Stagecoach London, arrive at Vincent Road /Woolwich Arsenal station.

Where does the Waterloo Station to Rochester Castle train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Waterloo Station to Rochester Castle?

Yes, the driving distance between Waterloo Station to Rochester Castle is 31 miles. It takes approximately 48 min to drive from Waterloo Station to Rochester Castle.

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

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Where can I stay near Rochester Castle?

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

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Train via London Victoria
best
1. Take the train from London Victoria to Rochestertrain London Victoria - Ramsgate / ...
1h 17m
£17–31
Line 53 bus, line 96 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Lower Marsh to Vincent Road /Woolwich Arsenalbus 53 / ...
2. Take the bus from Woolwich Arsenal Station to Bus Stationbus 96
3h 18m
£3–5
Drive 30.3 mi
1. Drive from Waterloo Station to Rochester Castlecar 30.3 mi
48 min
£8–11
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Waterloo Station to Rochester Castletaxi 30.3 mi
48 min
£280–340
Train
1. Take the train from London Waterloo East to Rochestertrain London Charing Cross - Gillingham
1h 26m
£15–28
Train #2
1. Take the train from London Bridge to Rochestertrain Luton - Rainham / ...
1h 40m
£16–28

Waterloo Station to Rochester Castle by foot, subway, and train

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Distance: 35.3 mi
Duration: 1h 17m

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

Southeastern operates a train from London Victoria to Rochester every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £16–30 and the journey takes 39 min. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Waterloo Station to Rochester Castle via Lower Marsh, Vincent Road /Woolwich Arsenal, Woolwich Arsenal Station, Bus Station, and Rochester Guildhall Museum in around 3h 18m.

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