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 via London which costs £27 - £55 and takes 5h 24m.

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 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 Waterloo station and London Bridge. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 43m.

How far is it from Poole to Rochester?

The distance between Poole and Rochester is 145 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 which takes 3h 43m and costs £60 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 3h 43m 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 London Waterloo 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?

There are 1499+ 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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Poole to London Waterlootrain Weymouth - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from London Bridge to Rochestertrain Luton - Rainham / ...
3h 43m
£61–134
Bus, train via London
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Poole Seldown Coach Station to London Green Line Coach Stationbus Uk061
2. Take the train from London Victoria to Rochestertrain London Victoria - Gillingham / ...
5h 24m
£28–53
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Seldown Coach Station to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 035
2. Take the train from London Victoria to Rochestertrain London Victoria - Gillingham / ...
5h 6m
£39–86
Drive 136.5 mi
1. Drive from Poole to Rochestercar 136.5 mi
2h 36m
£34–49
Train via Southampton Airport (SOU)
1. Take the train from Poole to Southampton Airport Parkwaytrain
2. Take the train from Southampton Airport Parkway to Clapham Junctiontrain
3. Take the train from London Victoria to Rochestertrain
3h 55m
£63–137

Poole to Rochester by train and subway

224Weekly Services

3h 43mAverage Duration

£61Cheapest Price

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Distance: 143.9 mi
Duration: 3h 43m

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

You can take a train from Poole to Rochester via London Waterloo, Waterloo station, London Bridge station, and London Bridge in around 3h 43m.

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