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

The cheapest way to get from Exeter to Rochester is to bus and train which costs £28 - £70 and takes 6h 9m.

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

The fastest way to get from Exeter to Rochester is to drive which takes 3h 35m and costs £50 - £75.

Is there a direct train between Exeter and Rochester?

No, there is no direct train from Exeter to Rochester. However, there are services departing from Exeter St Davids and arriving at Rochester via Paddington station and London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 43m.

How far is it from Exeter to Rochester?

The distance between Exeter and Rochester is 212 miles. The road distance is 206.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Exeter to Rochester without a car is to train which takes 3h 43m and costs £65 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 3h 43m to get from Exeter to Rochester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Exeter to Rochester train from?

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

Where does the Exeter to Rochester train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Exeter to Rochester?

Yes, the driving distance between Exeter to Rochester is 207 miles. It takes approximately 3h 35m to drive from Exeter to Rochester.

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

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Where can I stay near Rochester?

There are 1487+ hotels available in Rochester.

Exeter to Rochester - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 7 ways to get from Exeter to Rochester by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to London PaddingtonTotnes - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from London Victoria to RochesterLondon Victoria - Gillingham / ...
3h 43m
£68–147
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bampfylde Street to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals501 / ...
2. Take the train from London Victoria to RochesterLondon Victoria - Gillingham / ...
6h 9m
£28–69
Drive 205.6 mi
1. Drive from Exeter to Rochester205.6 mi
3h 35m
£52–75
Fly to London Gatwick Airport, train
1. Fly from Exeter (EXT) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)EXT - LGW
2. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to London Victoria
3. Take the train from London Victoria to Rochester
5h 42m
£120–340
Train via London
1. Take the train from Exeter Central to Clapham JunctionExeter St Davids - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from London Victoria to RochesterLondon Victoria - Gillingham / ...
4h 28m
£28–98
Fly to London City Airport, train
1. Fly from Exeter (EXT) to London City Airport (LCY)EXT - LCY
2. Take the train from Stratford International to Rochester
6h 31m
£197–497
Fly to London Heathrow Airport, train
1. Fly from Exeter (EXT) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)EXT - LHR
2. Take the train from Stratford International to Rochester
6h 24m
£172–510

Exeter to Rochester by bus, foot, and train

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6h 9mAverage Duration

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Distance: 211 mi
Duration: 3h 43m

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

You can take a train from Exeter St Davids to Rochester via London Paddington, Paddington station, Victoria station, and London Victoria in around 3h 43m.

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