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

The cheapest way to get from Rochester to Preston is to bus which costs £23 - £40 and takes 8h 22m.

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

The fastest way to get from Rochester to Preston is to train which takes 3h 18m and costs £55 - £270.

Is there a direct bus between Rochester and Preston?

No, there is no direct bus from Rochester to Preston station. However, there are services departing from Chatham and arriving at Bus Station via Newhall St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 22m.

Is there a direct train between Rochester and Preston?

No, there is no direct train from Rochester to Preston. However, there are services departing from Rochester and arriving at Preston via London Euston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 18m.

How far is it from Rochester to Preston?

The distance between Rochester and Preston is 242 miles. The road distance is 256.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Rochester to Preston without a car is to train which takes 3h 18m and costs £55 - £270.

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

It takes approximately 3h 18m to get from Rochester to Preston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rochester to Preston bus from?

Rochester to Preston bus services, operated by Eurobus SK, depart from Chatham station.

Where do I catch the Rochester to Preston train from?

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

Train or bus from Rochester to Preston?

The best way to get from Rochester to Preston is to train which takes 3h 18m and costs £55 - £270. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £23 - £40 and takes 8h 22m.

Where does the Rochester to Preston bus arrive?

Rochester to Preston bus services, operated by Eurobus SK, arrive at Birmingham station.

Where does the Rochester to Preston train arrive?

Rochester to Preston train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at London St Pancras Intl station.

Can I drive from Rochester to Preston?

Yes, the driving distance between Rochester to Preston is 257 miles. It takes approximately 4h 9m to drive from Rochester to Preston.

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

Book your Rochester to Preston train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Preston?

There are 2138+ hotels available in Preston.

Rochester to Preston - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 8 ways to get from Rochester to Preston by train, bus, car, or plane

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Rochester to London St Pancras IntlFaversham - St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the train from London Euston to PrestonLondon Euston - Preston / ...
3h 18m
£56–269
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Chatham to BirminghamMichalovce
2. Take the bus from Newhall St to Bus StationUk030
8h 22m
£24–40
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Rochester to London Victoria
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Manchester Central Coach Station540 / ...
3. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Preston
7h 47m
£26–116
Drive 255.1 mi
1. Drive from Rochester to Preston255.1 mi
4h 9m
£63–90
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Take the train from Abbey Wood to Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)LHR - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Preston
5h 16m
£85–261
Train to London City Airport, fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Take the train from Rochester to Stratford International
2. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Manchester Airport (MAN)LCY - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Preston
6h 31m
£201–437
Train to London City Airport, fly to Liverpool, train
1. Take the train from Rochester to Stratford International
2. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Liverpool (LPL)LCY - LPL
3. Take the train from Warrington Bank Quay to Preston
6h 44m
£258–625
Train, train to Southampton Airport, fly to Manchester Airport
1. Take the train from Rochester to London Victoria
2. Take the train from Clapham Junction to Southampton Airport Parkway
3. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Manchester Airport (MAN)SOU - MAN
4. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Preston
6h 4m
£104–288

Rochester to Preston by train and foot

225Weekly Services

3h 18mAverage Duration

£56Cheapest Price

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Distance: 240.8 mi
Duration: 3h 18m

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

You can take a train from Rochester to Preston via London St Pancras Intl and London Euston in around 3h 18m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Chatham to Bus Station via Birmingham and Newhall St in around 8h 22m.

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