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

The cheapest way to get from Rochester to Bournemouth is to line 022 bus and bus which costs £19 - £45 and takes 6h 14m.

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

The fastest way to get from Rochester to Bournemouth is to drive which takes 2h 24m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Rochester and Bournemouth?

No, there is no direct bus from Rochester station to Bournemouth station. However, there are services departing from Railway Station and arriving at Bournemouth Station via Bus Station and London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 14m.

Is there a direct train between Rochester and Bournemouth?

No, there is no direct train from Rochester to Bournemouth. However, there are services departing from Rochester and arriving at Bournemouth via London Victoria, Clapham Junction and Basingstoke. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 56m.

How far is it from Rochester to Bournemouth?

The distance between Rochester and Bournemouth is 140 miles. The road distance is 134.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Rochester to Bournemouth without a car is to train which takes 3h 43m and costs £22 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 3h 43m to get from Rochester to Bournemouth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rochester to Bournemouth bus from?

Rochester to Bournemouth bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Rochester to Bournemouth train from?

Rochester to Bournemouth train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Rochester station.

Train or bus from Rochester to Bournemouth?

The best way to get from Rochester to Bournemouth is to train which takes 3h 43m and costs £22 - £130. Alternatively, you can line 022 bus and bus, which costs £19 - £45 and takes 6h 14m.

Where does the Rochester to Bournemouth bus arrive?

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

Where does the Rochester to Bournemouth train arrive?

Rochester to Bournemouth train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at London Victoria station.

Can I drive from Rochester to Bournemouth?

Yes, the driving distance between Rochester to Bournemouth is 134 miles. It takes approximately 2h 24m to drive from Rochester to Bournemouth.

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

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Where can I stay near Bournemouth?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Rochester to London Bridgetrain Rainham / ...
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Bournemouthtrain London Waterloo - Weymouth / ...
3h 43m
£23–122
Line 022 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 022
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Bournemouth Stationbus 035
6h 14m
£19–41
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Rochester to London Victoriatrain Gillingham / ...
2. Take the bus from London Green Line Coach Station to Bournemouthbus Uk061
5h 37m
£23–69
Drive 133.6 mi
1. Drive from Rochester to Bournemouthcar 133.6 mi
2h 24m
£33–47
Train via Basingstoke
1. Take the train from Rochester to London Victoriatrain
2. Take the train from Clapham Junction to Basingstoketrain
3. Take the train from Basingstoke to Bournemouthtrain
3h 56m
£41–129

Rochester to Bournemouth by train and bus

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3h 43mAverage Duration

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Distance: 138.7 mi
Duration: 3h 43m

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

You can take a train from Rochester to Bournemouth via London Bridge, London Bridge Station, Waterloo Road, and London Waterloo in around 3h 43m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Railway Station to Bournemouth Station via Bus Station, London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals, and London Victoria in around 6h 14m.

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