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

The cheapest way to get from Manchester to Rochester is to bus and line 022 bus which costs £26 - £45 and takes 7h 44m.

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

The fastest way to get from Manchester to Rochester is to train which takes 3h 10m and costs £75 - £130.

Is there a direct bus between Manchester and Rochester?

No, there is no direct bus from Manchester to Rochester. However, there are services departing from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange and arriving at Rochester Community Hub via London Victoria and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 44m.

Is there a direct train between Manchester and Rochester?

No, there is no direct train from Manchester to Rochester. However, there are services departing from Manchester Piccadilly and arriving at Rochester via London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 10m.

How far is it from Manchester to Rochester?

The distance between Manchester and Rochester is 217 miles. The road distance is 220.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Manchester to Rochester without a car is to train which takes 3h 10m and costs £75 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 3h 10m to get from Manchester to Rochester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Rochester bus from?

Manchester to Rochester bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange station.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Rochester train from?

Manchester to Rochester train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.

Train or bus from Manchester to Rochester?

The best way to get from Manchester to Rochester is to train which takes 3h 10m and costs £75 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus and line 022 bus, which costs £26 - £45 and takes 7h 44m.

Where does the Manchester to Rochester bus arrive?

Manchester to Rochester bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at London Victoria station.

Where does the Manchester to Rochester train arrive?

Manchester to Rochester train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at London Euston station.

Can I drive from Manchester to Rochester?

Yes, the driving distance between Manchester to Rochester is 221 miles. It takes approximately 4h 19m to drive from Manchester to Rochester.

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

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Where can I stay near Rochester?

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Manchester to Rochester - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 8 ways to get from Manchester to Rochester by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to London Eustontrain Manchester Piccadilly - London Euston
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Rochestertrain St Pancras International - Faversham / ...
3h 10m
£79–127
Bus, line 022 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to London Victoriabus Uk023 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Bus Stationbus 022
7h 44m
£26–42
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 541 / ...
2. Take the train from London Victoria to Rochestertrain London Victoria - Gillingham / ...
7h 11m
£49–88
Drive 219.6 mi
1. Drive from Manchester to Rochestercar 219.6 mi
4h 19m
£55–79
Fly to London Heathrow Airport, train
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane MAN - LHR
2. Take the train from London Victoria to Rochestertrain
4h 8m
£89–289
Fly to London City Airport, train
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London City Airport (LCY)plane MAN - LCY
2. Take the train from Stratford International to Rochestertrain
5h 50m
£218–344
Fly to London Gatwick Airport, train
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)plane MAN - LGW
2. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to London Victoriatrain
3. Take the train from London Victoria to Rochestertrain
6h 18m
£87–236
Fly to London Stansted Airport, bus, train
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Stansted Airport (STN)plane MAN - STN
2. Take the bus from Coach Station to Stratford City Bus Stationbus
3. Take the train from Stratford International to Rochestertrain
6h 15m
£65–193

Manchester to Rochester by train and foot

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Distance: 215.6 mi
Duration: 3h 10m

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

You can take a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Rochester via London Euston and London St Pancras Intl in around 3h 10m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to Rochester Community Hub via London Victoria and Bus Station in around 7h 44m.

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