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

The cheapest way to get from Derby to Rochester is to bus which costs £12 - £14 and takes 4h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Derby to Rochester is to train which takes 2h 30m and costs £30 - £290.

Is there a direct bus between Derby and Rochester?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Derby and arriving at Chatham. Services depart four times a week, and operate Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Saturday. The journey takes approximately 4h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Derby and Rochester?

No, there is no direct train from Derby to Rochester. However, there are services departing from Derby and arriving at Rochester via London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 30m.

How far is it from Derby to Rochester?

The distance between Derby and Rochester is 161 miles. The road distance is 162.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Derby to Rochester without a car is to train which takes 2h 30m and costs £30 - £290.

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

It takes approximately 2h 30m to get from Derby to Rochester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Derby to Rochester bus from?

Derby to Rochester bus services, operated by Eurobus SK, depart from Derby station.

Where do I catch the Derby to Rochester train from?

Derby to Rochester train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Derby station.

Train or bus from Derby to Rochester?

The best way to get from Derby to Rochester is to train which takes 2h 30m and costs £30 - £290. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £12 - £14 and takes 4h 45m.

Where does the Derby to Rochester bus arrive?

Derby to Rochester bus services, operated by Eurobus SK, arrive at Chatham station.

Where does the Derby to Rochester train arrive?

Derby to Rochester train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at London St Pancras Intl station.

Can I drive from Derby to Rochester?

Yes, the driving distance between Derby to Rochester is 163 miles. It takes approximately 2h 44m to drive from Derby to Rochester.

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

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Where can I stay near Rochester?

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

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Derby to London St Pancras Intltrain Sheffield - London St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Rochestertrain St Pancras International - Faversham / ...
2h 30m
£34–289
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Derby to Chathambus Michalovce
4h 45m
£12–14
Drive 161.6 mi
1. Drive from Derby to Rochestercar 161.6 mi
2h 44m
£39–56
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Luton Station Interchangebus 230
2. Take the train from Luton to Rochestertrain Luton - Rainham / ...
6h 20m
£66–82

Derby to Rochester by train

227Weekly Trains

2h 30mAverage Duration

£34Cheapest Price

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Distance: 160.1 mi
Duration: 2h 30m

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

You can take a train from Derby to Rochester via London St Pancras Intl in around 2h 30m. Alternatively, Eurobus SK operates a bus from Derby to Chatham 4 times a week. Tickets cost £12–14 and the journey takes 4h 45m.

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