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

The cheapest way to get from Rochester to Lewes is to line 7 bus and line 29 bus which costs £10 - £17 and takes 4h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Rochester to Lewes is to drive which takes 1h 13m and costs £11 - £17.

Is there a direct bus between Rochester and Lewes?

No, there is no direct bus from Rochester station to Lewes. However, there are services departing from Chatham station and arriving at School Hill Top via Royal Star Arcade and Royal Victoria Place. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Rochester and Lewes?

No, there is no direct train from Rochester to Lewes. However, there are services departing from Rochester and arriving at Lewes via London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 30m.

How far is it from Rochester to Lewes?

The distance between Rochester and Lewes is 84 miles. The road distance is 48.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Rochester to Lewes without a car is to train which takes 2h 30m and costs £22 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 2h 30m to get from Rochester to Lewes, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rochester to Lewes bus from?

Rochester to Lewes bus services, operated by Arriva Kent & Surrey, depart from Royal Star Arcade station.

Where do I catch the Rochester to Lewes train from?

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

Train or bus from Rochester to Lewes?

The best way to get from Rochester to Lewes is to train which takes 2h 30m and costs £22 - £110. Alternatively, you can line 7 bus and line 29 bus, which costs £10 - £17 and takes 4h 15m.

Where does the Rochester to Lewes bus arrive?

Rochester to Lewes bus services, operated by Arriva Kent & Surrey, arrive at Royal Victoria Place station.

Where does the Rochester to Lewes train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Rochester to Lewes?

Yes, the driving distance between Rochester to Lewes is 48 miles. It takes approximately 1h 13m to drive from Rochester to Lewes.

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

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Where can I stay near Lewes?

There are 1985+ hotels available in Lewes.

Rochester to Lewes - 5 ways to travel via train, line 7 bus, and line 29 bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Rochester to London VictoriaGillingham / ...
2. Take the train from London Victoria to LewesLondon Victoria - Eastbourne / ...
2h 30m
£22–103
Line 7 bus, line 29 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Royal Star Arcade to Royal Victoria Place7 / ...
2. Take the bus from Royal Victoria Place to School Hill Top29 / ...
4h 15m
£11–17
Drive 48.2 mi
1. Drive from Rochester to Lewes48.2 mi
1h 13m
£12–17
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Rochester to Lewes48.2 mi
1h 13m
£150–190
Train via Haywards Heath
1. Take the train from Rochester to London BlackfriarsRainham / ...
2. Take the train from London Blackfriars to Haywards HeathCambridge - Brighton / ...
2h 53m
£28–89

Rochester to Lewes by train

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Distance: 84 mi
Duration: 2h 30m

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

You can take a train from Rochester to Lewes via London Victoria in around 2h 30m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Chatham station to School Hill Top via St Faith's Street, Royal Star Arcade, and Royal Victoria Place in around 4h 15m.

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