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

The cheapest way to get from Rochester to Reading is to drive which costs £17 - £26 and takes 1h 42m.

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

The fastest way to get from Rochester to Reading is to drive which takes 1h 42m and costs £17 - £26.

Is there a direct train between Rochester and Reading?

No, there is no direct train from Rochester to Reading. However, there are services departing from Rochester and arriving at Reading via Abbey Wood and London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 56m.

How far is it from Rochester to Reading?

The distance between Rochester and Reading is 71 miles. The road distance is 72.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Rochester to Reading without a car is to train via London which takes 1h 56m and costs £45 - £70.

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

It takes approximately 1h 56m to get from Rochester to Reading, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rochester to Reading train from?

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

Where does the Rochester to Reading train arrive?

Rochester to Reading train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at Abbey Wood (London) station.

Can I drive from Rochester to Reading?

Yes, the driving distance between Rochester to Reading is 72 miles. It takes approximately 1h 42m to drive from Rochester to Reading.

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

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Where can I stay near Reading?

There are 1425+ hotels available in Reading.

Rochester to Reading - 4 ways to travel via train, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Rochester to Reading by train or car

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Rochester to Abbey Wood (London)train
2. Take the train from Abbey Wood to London Paddingtontrain
3. Take the train from London Paddington to Readingtrain
1h 56m
£46–69
Drive 71.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Rochester to Readingcar 71.8 mi
1h 42m
£18–26
Train
1. Take the train from Rochester to Abbey Wood (London)train Rainham / ...
2. Take the train from Abbey Wood to Readingtrain Elizabeth
2h 23m
£35–61
Train #2
1. Take the train from Rochester to London Victoriatrain Gillingham / ...
2. Take the train from Clapham Junction to Readingtrain London Waterloo - Reading / ...
2h 50m
£28–77

Rochester to Reading by train

251Weekly Trains

1h 56mAverage Duration

£46Cheapest Price

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Distance: 70.8 mi
Duration: 1h 56m

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

You can take a train from Rochester to Reading via Abbey Wood (London), Abbey Wood, and London Paddington in around 1h 56m.

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