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

The cheapest way to get from Rochester to Cardiff is to line 022 bus and bus which costs £35 - £85 and takes 6h 49m.

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

The fastest way to get from Rochester to Cardiff is to drive which takes 3h 34m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Rochester and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct bus from Rochester station to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Railway Station and arriving at University RE via Bus Station and London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 49m.

Is there a direct train between Rochester and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct train from Rochester to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Rochester and arriving at Cardiff Central via Victoria station and London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 48m.

How far is it from Rochester to Cardiff?

The distance between Rochester and Cardiff is 184 miles. The road distance is 180.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Rochester to Cardiff without a car is to train which takes 3h 48m and costs £85 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 3h 48m to get from Rochester to Cardiff, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rochester to Cardiff bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Rochester to Cardiff train from?

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

Train or bus from Rochester to Cardiff?

The best way to get from Rochester to Cardiff is to train which takes 3h 48m and costs £85 - £170. Alternatively, you can line 022 bus and bus, which costs £35 - £85 and takes 6h 49m.

Where does the Rochester to Cardiff bus arrive?

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

Where does the Rochester to Cardiff train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Rochester to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between Rochester to Cardiff is 180 miles. It takes approximately 3h 34m to drive from Rochester to Cardiff.

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

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Where can I stay near Cardiff?

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Rochester to Cardiff - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 7 ways to get from Rochester to Cardiff by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Rochester to London Victoriatrain Gillingham / ...
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Cardiff Centraltrain London Paddington - Swansea / ...
3h 48m
£86–164
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 University REbus 507 / ...
6h 49m
£35–84
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Rochester to London St Pancras Intltrain Faversham - St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Cardiff North Roadbus Uk940 / ...
6h 6m
£46–97
Drive 179.1 mi
1. Drive from Rochester to Cardiffcar 179.1 mi
3h 34m
£44–64
Train to London City Airport, fly to Cardiff Airport
1. Take the train from Rochester to Stratford Internationaltrain
2. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Cardiff Airport (CWL)plane LCY - CWL
7h 33m
£292–1,038
Train to London City Airport, fly to Bristol Airport, train
1. Take the train from Rochester to Stratford Internationaltrain
2. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane LCY - BRS
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Centraltrain
6h 31m
£223–497
Train, train to London Gatwick Airport, fly to Bristol Airport
1. Take the train from Rochester to London Victoriatrain
2. Take the train from London Victoria to Gatwick Airporttrain
3. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane LGW - BRS
4. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Centraltrain
7h 54m
£108–297

Rochester to Cardiff by train and subway

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Distance: 182.8 mi
Duration: 3h 48m

What companies run services between Rochester, England and Cardiff, Wales?

You can take a train from Rochester to Cardiff Central via London Victoria, Victoria station, Paddington station, and London Paddington in around 3h 48m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Railway Station to University RE via Bus Station, London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals, and London Victoria in around 6h 49m.

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