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

The cheapest way to get from Reading to Rochester is to drive which costs £17 - £26 and takes 1h 43m.

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

The fastest way to get from Reading to Rochester is to drive which takes 1h 43m and costs £17 - £26.

Is there a direct train between Reading and Rochester?

No, there is no direct train from Reading to Rochester. However, there are services departing from Reading and arriving at Rochester via Paddington station and London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 9m.

How far is it from Reading to Rochester?

The distance between Reading and Rochester is 74 miles. The road distance is 71.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Reading to Rochester without a car is to train via London which takes 2h 9m and costs £35 - £100.

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

It takes approximately 2h 9m to get from Reading to Rochester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Reading to Rochester train from?

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

Where does the Reading to Rochester train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Reading to Rochester?

Yes, the driving distance between Reading to Rochester is 72 miles. It takes approximately 1h 43m to drive from Reading to Rochester.

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

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Where can I stay near Rochester?

There are 1499+ hotels available in Rochester.

Reading to Rochester - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, line 035 bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Reading 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 Reading to London Paddingtontrain Didcot Parkway - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from London Victoria to Rochestertrain London Victoria - Gillingham / ...
2h 9m
£37–96
Drive 71.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Reading to Rochestercar 71.3 mi
1h 43m
£18–26
Bus, line 035 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Reading RailAir to Heathrow Terminal 2bus Ra1
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 035 / ...
3. Take the train from London Victoria to Rochestertrain
3h 41m
£46–75
Train
1. Take the train from Reading to Abbey Woodtrain Elizabeth
2. Take the train from Abbey Wood (London) to Rochestertrain Luton - Rainham / ...
2h 32m
£46–91
Train via London #2
1. Take the train from Reading to Clapham Junctiontrain Reading - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from London Victoria to Rochestertrain London Victoria - Gillingham / ...
2h 33m
£34–73

Reading to Rochester by train and subway

398Weekly Services

2h 9mAverage Duration

£37Cheapest Price

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Distance: 74.1 mi
Duration: 2h 9m

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

You can take a train from Reading to Rochester via London Paddington, Paddington station, Victoria station, and London Victoria in around 2h 9m.

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