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

The cheapest way to get from Rochester to Exeter is to bus which costs £26 - £65 and takes 8h 17m.

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

The fastest way to get from Rochester to Exeter is to drive which takes 3h 38m and costs £50 - £75.

Is there a direct bus between Rochester and Exeter?

No, there is no direct bus from Rochester station to Exeter. However, there are services departing from Waterfront Bus Station and arriving at Bampfylde Street via Hempstead Valley Shopping Centre and London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 17m.

Is there a direct train between Rochester and Exeter?

No, there is no direct train from Rochester to Exeter. However, there are services departing from Rochester and arriving at Exeter St Davids via Victoria station and London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 13m.

How far is it from Rochester to Exeter?

The distance between Rochester and Exeter is 212 miles. The road distance is 206.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Rochester to Exeter without a car is to train via London which takes 4h 13m and costs £90 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 4h 13m to get from Rochester to Exeter, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rochester to Exeter bus from?

Rochester to Exeter bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Hempstead Valley Shopping Centre station.

Where do I catch the Rochester to Exeter train from?

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

Train or bus from Rochester to Exeter?

The best way to get from Rochester to Exeter is to train via London which takes 4h 13m and costs £90 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £26 - £65 and takes 8h 17m.

Where does the Rochester to Exeter bus arrive?

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

Where does the Rochester to Exeter train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Rochester to Exeter?

Yes, the driving distance between Rochester to Exeter is 207 miles. It takes approximately 3h 38m to drive from Rochester to Exeter.

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

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Where can I stay near Exeter?

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

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

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Rochester to London Victoriatrain Gillingham / ...
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Exeter St Davidstrain London Paddington - Plymouth / ...
4h 13m
£91–164
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Hempstead Valley Shopping Centre to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 007 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Bampfylde Streetbus 501 / ...
8h 17m
£27–64
Drive 205.7 mi
1. Drive from Rochester to Exetercar 205.7 mi
3h 38m
£51–74
Train, train to London Gatwick Airport, fly
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 Exeter (EXT)plane LGW - EXT
6h
£117–269
Train
1. Take the train from Rochester to London Bridgetrain Rainham / ...
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Exeter Centraltrain London Waterloo - Exeter St Davids
5h 48m
£77–159
Train to London City Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Rochester to Stratford Internationaltrain
2. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Exeter (EXT)plane LCY - EXT
6h 56m
£258–480
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Rochester to Stratford Internationaltrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Exeter (EXT)plane LHR - EXT
7h 9m
£214–435

Rochester to Exeter by train and subway

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Distance: 210.9 mi
Duration: 4h 13m

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

You can take a train from Rochester to Exeter St Davids via London Victoria, Victoria station, Paddington station, and London Paddington in around 4h 13m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Waterfront Bus Station to Bampfylde Street via Hempstead Valley Shopping Centre, London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals, and London Victoria in around 8h 17m.

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