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

The cheapest way to get from Basingstoke to Rochester is to bus and train which costs £14 - £45 and takes 2h 52m.

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

The fastest way to get from Basingstoke to Rochester is to drive which takes 1h 28m and costs £21 - £35.

Is there a direct train between Basingstoke and Rochester?

No, there is no direct train from Basingstoke to Rochester. However, there are services departing from Basingstoke and arriving at Rochester via Clapham Junction and London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 44m.

How far is it from Basingstoke to Rochester?

The distance between Basingstoke and Rochester is 80 miles. The road distance is 85.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Basingstoke to Rochester without a car is to train via London which takes 1h 44m and costs £35 - £70.

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

It takes approximately 1h 44m to get from Basingstoke to Rochester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Basingstoke to Rochester train from?

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

Where does the Basingstoke to Rochester train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Basingstoke to Rochester?

Yes, the driving distance between Basingstoke to Rochester is 85 miles. It takes approximately 1h 28m to drive from Basingstoke to Rochester.

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

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Where can I stay near Rochester?

There are 1466+ hotels available in Rochester.

Basingstoke to Rochester - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Basingstoke to Rochester by train, bus, or car

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Basingstoke to Clapham JunctionWeymouth - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from London Victoria to RochesterLondon Victoria - Ramsgate / ...
1h 44m
£35–68
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from The Malls to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals035
2. Take the train from London Victoria to RochesterLondon Victoria - Ramsgate / ...
2h 52m
£15–44
Drive 84.7 mi
1. Drive from Basingstoke to Rochester84.7 mi
1h 28m
£21–31
Train
1. Take the train from Basingstoke to London WaterlooBasingstoke - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from London Bridge to RochesterLuton - Rainham / ...
2h 43m
£34–63
Train via Reading
1. Take the train from Reading to Abbey WoodElizabeth
2. Take the train from Abbey Wood (London) to RochesterLuton - Rainham / ...
3h 8m
£37–61

Basingstoke to Rochester by train

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1h 44mAverage Duration

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Distance: 79.3 mi
Duration: 1h 44m

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

You can take a train from Basingstoke to Rochester via Clapham Junction and London Victoria in around 1h 44m.

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