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 £40 - £110 and takes 8h 2m.

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 Railway Station and arriving at Bampfylde Street via Bus Station and Boomtown Fair Matterley Estate. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 2m.

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 Abbey Wood and London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 55m.

How far is it from Rochester to Exeter?

The distance between Rochester and Exeter is 209 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 Abbey Wood (London) which takes 3h 55m and costs £95 - £200.

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

It takes approximately 3h 55m 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 Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Rochester to Exeter train from?

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

Train or bus from Rochester to Exeter?

The best way to get from Rochester to Exeter is to train via Abbey Wood (London) which takes 3h 55m and costs £95 - £200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £110 and takes 8h 2m.

Where does the Rochester to Exeter bus arrive?

Rochester to Exeter bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Boomtown Fair Matterley Estate station.

Where does the Rochester to Exeter train arrive?

Rochester to Exeter train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at Abbey Wood (London) 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?

There are 1532+ hotels available in Exeter.

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

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

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Train via Abbey Wood (London)
best
1. Take the train from Rochester to Abbey Wood (London)train Rainham / ...
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Exeter St Davidstrain London Paddington - Plymouth / ...
3h 55m
£96–192
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Boomtown Fair Matterley Estatebus B21
2. Take the bus from Boomtown Fair Matterley Estate to Bampfylde Streetbus B9
8h 2m
£41–103
Drive 205.7 mi
1. Drive from Rochester to Exetercar 205.7 mi
3h 38m
£51–74
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Abbey Wood to Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3train
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Exeter (EXT)plane LHR - EXT
7h 14m
£203–449
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 39m
£87–192
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 17m
£122–308
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
7h 8m
£288–475

Rochester to Exeter by train

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Distance: 207.6 mi
Duration: 3h 55m

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

You can take a train from Rochester to Exeter St Davids via Abbey Wood (London), Abbey Wood, and London Paddington in around 3h 55m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Railway Station to Bampfylde Street via Bus Station and Boomtown Fair Matterley Estate in around 8h 2m.

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