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

The cheapest way to get from Rochester to Colchester is to drive which costs £15 - £23 and takes 1h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Rochester to Colchester is to drive which takes 1h 10m and costs £15 - £23.

Is there a direct train between Rochester and Colchester?

No, there is no direct train from Rochester to Colchester. However, there are services departing from Rochester and arriving at Colchester via Stratford International DLR Station and Stratford (London). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 22m.

How far is it from Rochester to Colchester?

The distance between Rochester and Colchester is 75 miles. The road distance is 63.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Rochester to Colchester without a car is to train which takes 1h 22m and costs £30 - £50.

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

It takes approximately 1h 22m to get from Rochester to Colchester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rochester to Colchester train from?

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

Where does the Rochester to Colchester train arrive?

Rochester to Colchester train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at Stratford International station.

Can I drive from Rochester to Colchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Rochester to Colchester is 63 miles. It takes approximately 1h 10m to drive from Rochester to Colchester.

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

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Where can I stay near Colchester?

There are 995+ hotels available in Colchester.

Rochester to Colchester - 5 ways to travel via train, and line 700 bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Rochester to Stratford Internationaltrain Faversham - St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Colchestertrain London Liverpool Street - Norwich / ...
1h 22m
£32–47
Drive 62.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Rochester to Colchestercar 62.9 mi
1h 10m
£16–23
Line 700 bus, line 96 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Rochester Community Hub to Bus Stationbus 700
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Woolwich Arsenal Stationbus 96
3. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Colchestertrain
2h 55m
£22–32
Train via Greenwich
1. Take the train from Rochester to Woolwich Arsenaltrain Rainham / ...
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Colchestertrain London Liverpool Street - Norwich / ...
2h 1m
£30–52
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Strood to Stratford Internationaltrain
2. Take the bus from Stratford City Bus Station to Coach Stationbus A9
3. Take the bus from Coach Station to Coach Stopbus 717
2h 59m
£36–53

Rochester to Colchester by train

215Weekly Trains

1h 22mAverage Duration

£32Cheapest Price

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Distance: 74.7 mi
Duration: 1h 22m

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

You can take a train from Rochester to Colchester via Stratford International, Stratford International DLR Station, Stratford DLR Station, and Stratford (London) in around 1h 22m.

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