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

The cheapest way to get from Poole to Rochester is to bus and line 022 bus which costs £17 - £40 and takes 6h 59m.

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

The fastest way to get from Poole to Rochester is to drive which takes 2h 36m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Poole and Rochester?

No, there is no direct bus from Poole station to Rochester. However, there are services departing from Seldown Coach Station and arriving at Rochester Community Hub via London Victoria and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 59m.

Is there a direct train between Poole and Rochester?

No, there is no direct train from Poole to Rochester. However, there are services departing from Poole and arriving at Rochester via Basingstoke, Clapham Junction and London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 46m.

How far is it from Poole to Rochester?

The distance between Poole and Rochester is 147 miles. The road distance is 137.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Poole to Rochester without a car is to train via Basingstoke which takes 3h 46m and costs £55 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 3h 46m to get from Poole to Rochester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Poole to Rochester bus from?

Poole to Rochester bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Seldown Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Poole to Rochester train from?

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

Train or bus from Poole to Rochester?

The best way to get from Poole to Rochester is to train via Basingstoke which takes 3h 46m and costs £55 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus and line 022 bus, which costs £17 - £40 and takes 6h 59m.

Where does the Poole to Rochester bus arrive?

Poole to Rochester bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals.

Where does the Poole to Rochester train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Poole to Rochester?

Yes, the driving distance between Poole to Rochester is 137 miles. It takes approximately 2h 36m to drive from Poole to Rochester.

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

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Where can I stay near Rochester?

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

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Train via Basingstoke
best
1. Take the train from Poole to Basingstoketrain
2. Take the train from Basingstoke to Clapham Junctiontrain
3. Take the train from London Victoria to Rochestertrain
3h 46m
£58–122
Bus, line 022 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Seldown Coach Station to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 035
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Bus Stationbus 022
6h 59m
£17–38
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Poole Seldown Coach Station to London Heathrow Airportbus Uk061
2. Take the train from Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 to Abbey Woodtrain Elizabeth
5h 18m
£45–76
Drive 136.5 mi
1. Drive from Poole to Rochestercar 136.5 mi
2h 36m
£34–49
Train
1. Take the train from Poole to London Waterlootrain Weymouth - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from London Bridge to Rochestertrain Luton - Rainham / ...
3h 46m
£58–114

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Distance: 145.9 mi
Duration: 3h 46m

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

You can take a train from Poole to Rochester via Basingstoke, Clapham Junction, and London Victoria in around 3h 46m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Seldown Coach Station to Rochester Community Hub via London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals, London Victoria, and Bus Station in around 6h 59m.

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