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

The cheapest way to get from Poole to Rochester is to bus and train which costs £19 - £65 and takes 4h 57m.

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 35m and costs £30 - £50.

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 Clapham Junction and London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 13m.

How far is it from Poole to Rochester?

The distance between Poole and Rochester is 146 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 London which takes 3h 13m and costs £40 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 3h 13m to get from Poole to Rochester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Poole to Rochester train from?

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

Where does the Poole to Rochester train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Poole to Rochester?

Yes, the driving distance between Poole to Rochester is 137 miles. It takes approximately 2h 35m 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?

There are 1475+ hotels available in Rochester.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Poole 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 via London
best
1. Take the train from Poole to Clapham JunctionWeymouth - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from London Victoria to RochesterLondon Victoria - Ramsgate / ...
3h 13m
£43–110
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Seldown Coach Station to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals035
2. Take the train from London Victoria to RochesterLondon Victoria - Ramsgate / ...
4h 57m
£19–62
Drive 136.5 mi
1. Drive from Poole to Rochester136.5 mi
2h 35m
£34–49
Train
1. Take the train from Poole to London WaterlooWeymouth - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from London Bridge to RochesterLuton - Rainham / ...
3h 40m
£31–108
Bus, train via Southampton
1. Take the bus from Seldown Coach Station to Southampton Central Station
2. Take the bus from Southampton Central Station to Green Line Coach Station
3. Take the train from London Victoria to Rochester
5h 23m
£26–55

Poole to Rochester by train

134Weekly Trains

3h 13mAverage Duration

£43Cheapest Price

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Distance: 144.9 mi
Duration: 3h 13m

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

You can take a train from Poole to Rochester via Clapham Junction and London Victoria in around 3h 13m.

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